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Old Apr 09, 2008, 08:05 PM

Default Re: Anyone Certified As An Epic Analyst?
Nursing Informatics is a specialty that integrates nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage and communicate data, information, and knowledge in nursing practice. Some Informatics nurses got their starts by being in the right place at the right time, by on the job experience, by taking on a newly created role, etc.
Requirements vary depending upon the specific position. At minimum you need to have foundational experience as a nurse, the ability to be a change agent and have demonstrated skills as a problem solver outside. Do an Internet search and learn about the role. Join your local Nursing Informatics group and network and learn about this specialty.
Good Luck!


Originally Posted by jeromemdayao View Post
What is nursing informatics? How do you get a job in that field? What are required who gives the training? Thanks
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No. 11
from labella
Old Apr 28, 2008, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Brownms46 View Post
Well, I have now been thru the first of three training sessions, and I was totally impressed with Epic! The training on the fundamentals lasted for three days, and I had no trouble at all staying engaged...meaning not falling asleep.

The training is fast paced, and we had people there with no experience with Epic to those like myself who use Epic everyday. But it was still a great learning experience, since Epic used a more recent version of the application, with many new upgrades.

The trainers were excellent, and took time to answer all questions to everyone's satisfaction. Plenty of review, and practical hands on for each section taught.

Now I need to take a test on the training, do a project in Epic's training playground, and it's on to two more training sessions, and finally my cert. I plan on getting a certification in Clinical Docs, and IP, and except for flying back and forth, I am looking forward to it.

Anyone who is seeking to obtain cert at Epic, please feel free to contact me for more information. I stayed in Middleton, WI and it is a very clean, quiet town, only a few mins from Madison, and I know where the shopping is...!
Hi,
I am interested in getting Epic certified. I understand from another forum that one either has to be employed by Epic or work for a hospital that uses Epic to get trained. Have you heard anything different?
Thanks you!
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No. 12
Old Apr 28, 2008, 06:13 PM

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Greetings Labella,

That is correct you either need to work for an organization that has the Epic product on site or for the vendor - Epic in order to receive training and certification in the product.
To my knowledge in order to obtain certification in a particular vendor's product (like Epic) you would need to be employeed by an organization that is willing to pay for and send you for the training. Hospitals, and other healthcare organizatins send their project managers, analysts, and other's you have roles within the organization currently building, testing or in some way working with or planning to work with the vendor product. I have never heard of an independent clinician or person obtaining Epic certification.
Good Luck!


Originally Posted by labella View Post
Hi,
I am interested in getting Epic certified. I understand from another forum that one either has to be employed by Epic or work for a hospital that uses Epic to get trained. Have you heard anything different?
Thanks you!
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No. 13
from Brownms46
Old May 02, 2008, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by labella View Post
Hi,
I am interested in getting Epic certified. I understand from another forum that one either has to be employed by Epic or work for a hospital that uses Epic to get trained. Have you heard anything different?
Thanks you!
Angela is absolutely correct! You can not obtained Epic Certification on your own, nor can you maintain that certification. A NVT ( New Version) recert is required each year to maintain your Epic Certification, and you must still be employed by or working for an agency that supplies Contractors to Epic Clients.

Certification requires that you have access to Epic's Client website and ISWTD playground in order to obtain training info, and complete required "projects" depending on the training you are working on.

It took me almost a year to complete my Ambulatory Certification, and less than 6 six months to complete ASAP ED Cert. For me the projects were killers, but there are those who breeze right thru the requirements.

I am a builder which I totally love, and do integrated testing which I do not love, but it is all part of the implementation process. I LOVE this position and thank God daily for the opportunity I have been given
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No. 14
from Brownms46
Old May 10, 2008, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Brownms46 View Post
Well I have finally gained certification as an ASAP ED Dept Epic Analyst, and it was a very difficult path for me. But one more exam to pass and I am will have my second certification as an Epic Ambulatory Analyst, and I am loving every day I work.
Last month I finally received my Epic Ambulatory Certification, and still loving my position with an awesome healthcare system! The only stress I have ever had in this position was passing these certifications! I am hoping next year to become certified in Clin Doc and OpTime
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No. 15
Old May 10, 2008, 06:46 PM

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CONGRATS on obtaining your Epic Certification!

Originally Posted by Brownms46 View Post
Last month I finally received my Epic Ambulatory Certification, and still loving my position with an awesome healthcare system! The only stress I have ever had in this position was passing these certifications! I am hoping next year to become certified in Clin Doc and OpTime
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No. 16
from Brownms46
Old May 14, 2008, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by rninformatics View Post
CONGRATS on obtaining your Epic Certification!
Thank you Angela! This is my second EPIC certification, and I am so glad to be done ! At least for now.
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No. 17
Old Jun 11, 2008, 04:53 PM

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Hi PeggyCA10RN,
I can tell you a lot about making the transition from the bedside to an EPIC application analyst. The company I work for is ramping up for a big EPIC implementation. If you want to talk to someone about that, you can email me at


Gilian posting private e-mail addresses on the forum is not allowed.
Peggy please private message Gillian instead
Thanks
Angela
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No. 18
Old Jun 24, 2008, 09:03 PM

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I'n not Epic certified, but I found this article about Epic to be very interesting:

http://www.healthcare-informatics.co...68D87839295283

"Behind the Curtain
Epic's unwavering commitment to its unique values has created an unusual recipe for success. "
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No. 19
from kateskie08
Old Jun 26, 2008, 09:01 PM

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I would like to inquire where to apply to be a nurse informatics/epic certified nurse?
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