Nursing Informatics Analyst

• The nursing analyst works within the management team to ensure high quality of performance, compliance and technical support to both the management and the nursing staff. The nursing analyst is involved in data analysis and interpretation with regards to effectiveness and efficiency of data collection, entry and use within the various areas of the hospital or health care facility.
• A nursing analyst must have a strong statistical background and be able to interpret data in a logical and organized manner. He or she should be able to convert data into reports and presentations that will be meaningful to management teams and staff in determining changes or improvements required within the unit or facility.
• The nursing analyst must be able to work on multiple projects at one time, focus on details as well as the overall project, as well as stay on deadlines and time-lines for preparing and presenting information to management sources or stakeholders. The nursing analyst may be required to actually present the material orally or in written form or may be required to create PowerPoint or other presentations to display the required information.
• Excellent computer skills and a good working knowledge of data analysis and display is critical. Some of the programs that the nursing analyst may use include Crystal Report, Oracle, SQL, PowerPoint or Desktop Publisher. In addition the nursing analyst should be able to complete public speaking activities as required.
• The nursing analyst may also be required to assist in setting benchmarks and standards for the various projects based on actual data and health care regulations and requirements. An ability to analyze data is critical to effectively make recommendations for standards and policy and procedural changes. Understanding the realities of the job is very important for the nursing analyst.

Career Requirements

• The minimum requirement for a nursing analyst is a Bachelors of Nursing. Many hospital or health care facilities require a master level training in health informatics, health care management or quality management. In addition the nursing analyst will have to have experience working in the same type of hospital or health care facility that they are apply for a nursing analyst position in.
• Experience with statistic analysis and data management is considered beneficial as is a strong computer background and a familiarity with various medical and data programs.