Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) RN Advisor

The CDI RN Advisor serves as a clinical leader and subject matter expert in documentation integrity at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center in Memphis, TN. This role is essential to the success of the facility’s Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) program, which supports accurate and complete documentation for inpatient and outpatient services. As a Registered Nurse Advisor (RNA), you will apply the nursing process to analyze clinical data, validate documentation, and identify trends and opportunities for improvement. You will work closely with physicians, CDI specialists, coding staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that documentation reflects the true complexity and severity of patient conditions. Key Responsibilities: Lead CDI efforts by applying clinical expertise to review medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Serve as a liaison between clinical providers and CDI/coding teams to facilitate documentation clarification and education. Analyze documentation for clinical validation and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders. Develop and deliver educational programs for providers and staff on documentation standards, coding implications, and regulatory compliance. Support the creation and refinement of CDI workflows, SOPs, and performance metrics. Participate in reconciliation activities to align CDI documentation with final coding and MS-DRG assignments. Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, including mortality reviews, CMS core measures, and provider engagement strategies. Ensure adherence to VHA HIM CDI Program Guide, ACDIS Code of Ethics, and all applicable VA policies and directives. Work Environment: Onsite at a high-complexity VA Medical Center with extensive inpatient and outpatient services. Collaborative role within a multidisciplinary team, reporting to the Chief of Health Information Management. Job Details Position Type: Full-Time (Onsite) Location: Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center, 116 North Pauline Street, Memphis, TN 38104 Period of Performance: Base Year (Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026) with one (1) Option Year Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM EST Service Contract Act Applicable: Yes Hourly Rate: $27.20-$33 Per Hour + SCA Health and Welfare (H&W) $5.09 Per Hour Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of recent CDI experience in acute care hospital settings Licensure: Active, unrestricted RN license in any U.S. state or territory with reciprocity in Tennessee Certifications: Must hold current certification from one or more of the following: ACDIS (Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS)) AHIMA (Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP)) AAPC (Certified Documentation Expert Outpatient (CDEO) certification or Certified Documentation Expert Inpatient (CDEI) certification) Technical Skills: Skilled in clinical validation, provider education, and documentation improvement strategies Responsibilities: Serve as CDI Nursing Advisor for inpatient and outpatient services Apply nursing process to data analysis and documentation review Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve documentation quality Lead training sessions and develop educational materials Participate in reconciliation and coding accuracy initiatives Compliance: Must meet all VA, CMS, and Joint Commission documentation guidelines Health Requirements: Must provide proof of current immunizations and screenings (TB, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Influenza, COVID-19) Other Requirements: Must pass background check and credentialing Must maintain PHI access and NPI registration Must adhere to ACDIS Code of Ethics Benefits Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage Medical Coverage: Multiple nationwide and regional options, including HMO, PPO, and HDHP plans, with access to 24/7 telemedicine and wellness programs. Dental & Vision Insurance: Preventive, basic, and major dental services, plus vision exams, frames, and contact lenses. Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax savings for healthcare expenses. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, legal consultations, and work-life balance. Financial Wellbeing 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching. Financial Coaching: Budgeting tools and financial planning support. Commuter Benefits & Adoption Assistance: Savings on mass transit and reimbursement for eligible adoption expenses. Work-Life Balance & Professional Growth Training & Development: Access to on-demand courses and professional growth programs. Sick Time and PTO Holiday Pay Additional Perks MarketPlace™ Perks at Work: Discounts on fitness, nutrition, travel, and childcare. Community Online Academy: Free wellness and professional development courses.