RN Clinical Database Specialist

This is a hybrid position with an onsite requirement of 1 - 2 times per month at Corewell Health East.

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented RN Clinical Database Specialist to join Corewell Health and make a measurable impact on patient care. In this role, you will lead registry abstraction for the National Cardiac Data Registry-supporting catheter-based valve replacement patients at our Dearborn hospital and registry work at the Meijer Heart Center in Grand Rapids-while driving system-wide quality improvement initiatives. If you are passionate about leveraging data to drive meaningful insights and improvements in healthcare, we invite you to apply and be a key contributor to our mission of advancing quality patient care.

This role supports external clinical registry work in the National Cardiac Data Registry for patients undergoing cardiac valve replacement via catheter at Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, as well as registry work at the Meijer Heart Center in Grand Rapids. Responsibilities include quality registry abstraction and leading quality improvement initiatives across the system.

You will also support operational improvement projects throughout the organization-both clinical and non-clinical-to achieve measurable process enhancements. This includes analyzing existing workflows, recommending sustainable improvements, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role requires maintaining database integrity, securely collecting and analyzing data, and presenting findings to key stakeholders.

• Drive improvement activities aligned with organizational priorities, using project management tools and data-informed strategies.
• Serve as a liaison across departments, fostering collaboration and acting as a change agent to ensure continuity of services and resource optimization.
• Assist stakeholders and process owners in prioritizing improvement opportunities through continuous assessment and appropriate methodologies.
• Utilize clinical judgment to retrieve and submit regulatory data accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with internal and external programming teams to maintain database integrity and functionality.
• Partner with clinical teams to analyze data, provide insights, and communicate findings to drive strategic improvement initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of quality rules and regulations for The Joint Commission and CMS.

Required

• Associate's Degree or equivalent in healthcare or related field
• 2 years of relevant Nursing experience
• LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan upon hire

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in healthcare or related field
• 1 year of relevant experience with chart review, relevant clinical experience and/or Quality improvement experience
• CRT-At least one Certification from preferred list - Institute for Healthcare improvement (IHI), IHI Open School

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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