Health Informatics Specialists

Role Overview & What They Do

Apply knowledge of nursing and informatics to assist in the design, development, and ongoing modification of computerized health care systems. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the health care system.

Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)

Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks

• Translate nursing practice information between nurses and systems engineers, analysts, or designers, using object-oriented models or other techniques.
• Use informatics science to design or implement health information technology applications for resolution of clinical or health care administrative problems.
• Develop or implement policies or practices to ensure the privacy, confidentiality, or security of patient information.

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Salary Distribution

Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.