FMOLHS·Baton Rouge, Louisiana
The Clinical Documentation Specialist improves the accuracy and completeness of medical records by reviewing documentation and requesting clinician clarifications. They facilitate modifications to reflect patient severity and risk while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.
The Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS) improves the accuracy and completeness of clinical documentation in medical records by performing thorough reviews and requesting clarifications from clinicians. They facilitate modifications that accurately reflect patient severity, risk, and resource use, collaborating with clinicians and coders. The CDS ensures compliance with regulatory guidelines and supports accurate reporting of provider and hospital outcomes. They actively contribute to operational improvements and participate in education and program-related activities, aligning with FMOLHS Mission values.
Candidates must have at least 3 years of acute care nursing experience or 5 years of inpatient ICD-10 coding experience. Required education includes an associate degree in nursing or health information management, along with relevant professional certifications.
Market context
In Louisiana, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and community care settings, especially for RNs with current licensure and recent clinical experience. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for candidates who can start quickly, meet certification and driving requirements, and handle patient care with limited onboarding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your RN license, CPR certification, and driver’s license are current before applying.