Magnet, Nursing Quality, & Research Analyst-EDR - 135880

Involves analysis of complex business problems using data to provide insight to decision makers. Identifies and interprets trends and patterns in datasets to locate influences. Develops forecasts, recommendations, and strategic / tactical plans based on business data and market knowledge. Works with business and / or clinical units to understand and prioritize data and information requirements. Creates specifications for reports and analysis based on business needs and required / available data elements. Optimizes the performance of enterprise business intelligence tools by defining data to filter and index that add value to the user. Develops business cases to support enterprise-wide business intelligence solutions.

This role will be responsible for collaborating with nursing teams to develop and maintain databases, dashboard, and reporting for metrics to support nursing accreditation programs (ANCC Magnet and Practice Transition Accreditation Program) and nursing quality metrics. Meets with stakeholders to provide the appropriate data analytics to support program and organizational outcomes. Supports accreditation submission documents by developing tables and graphs in alignment with accreditation standards. Supports nurses working on improvement projects by providing data and reporting. This role will involve data entry.

• Seven years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus three years of related experience/training.
• Experience and knowledge of managing large volumes of data in spreadsheets and data bases.
• Experience building executive-level reports.
• Experience collaborating w/ clinical SMEs to ensure data integrity.
• Thorough knowledge of business intelligence functions and analytics.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant internal databases, BI applications and tools (SQL, Tableau, Power BI, etc). Ability to produce reports and documentation.
• Demonstrated experience developing interactive dashboards in Tableau or similar tools, including the use of filters, calculated fields, and parameters.
• Familiarity with the Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) process and data preparation best practices.
• Ability to create documentation and training materials to help end-users interpret dashboard data and reports.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage complex information, assess problems, and develop and effective solutions.
• Detail oriented, with ability to manage time and organize competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with a broad range of professional and technical staff.
• Proven ability to serve as a technical resource providing advice and counsel on business intelligence issues.

• Experience or knowledge of clinical outcome benchmarking databases like NDNQI or Vizient.
• Experience or knowledge of nursing accreditation programs like ANCC Magnet or ANCC PTAP.
• Experience in continuous quality improvement.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

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