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Who we are:Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. We are among the nation’s Best Places to Work and pride ourselves on our compassionate patient centered care and team-oriented culture. Shift Information:This position is Full-TimeWhat we offer:Health Insurance401(k)Dental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid time offTuition Reimbursement | HPSA DesignatedEmployee Education ScholarshipsEmployee Referral ProgramMerit IncreasesFree access to a beautiful onsite fitness facilityWhat you will do:The Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist facilitates and obtains appropriate physician documentation for any clinical conditions or procedures to support the appropriate severity of illness, expected risk of mortality, and complexity of care of the patient. The CDI Specialist exhibits sufficient knowledge of clinical documentation requirements, Diagnosis Related Group assignment, and clinical conditions of procedures. The CDI Specialist educates members of the patient care team regarding documentation guidelines, including physicians, allied health practitioners, nursing, and case management.Required Education:Graduation from an accredited School of NursingPreferred Education:Bachelor of Science in NursingRequired Skills:Basic computer and keyboardingPreferred Skills:Meditech Electronic Medical RecordRequired Licensure /Registration /Certification:Registered Nurse, Licensed in the stat of Texas or Compact State, BLS (if not currently BLS certified, must complete within two months of employment, and thereafter renew within one month of the recommended date of renewal)Preferred Licensure /Registration /Certification:Certification in Case Management and/or Certification in Clinical Documentation Required Experience:Three years acute care nursing experiencePreferred Experience:Case Management experience