I have few questions about Health IT field. Currently, I am trying to get into this field but don't have the proper guidance by anyone because I don't know anyone who works in this field. I have worked as an LVN for 5-6 years in sub-acute nursing facilities.
I have BSN and have been working at at a local hospital. I have lots of interest in this field and read Nursing Informatics book in my free time. I wanted to ask how do I get into health IT for a position like informaticist or analyst or even a entry level position?
Do I first need to get into a big hospital for a nursing job and then try to get into their IT dept somehow?
Do I need masters to get in?
I was also thinking of doing masters but not sure if I should do it purely in "Nursing/health Informatics" or in general "Masters in Information Technology".
What would be the best masters degree to pick for this field for long-term?
I feel like its hard to get into this field but I really want to, please guide me how do I get my foot in the door in this field? I have no certifications of any kind yet. Please advise. Thank you for your time.
I looked at other schools near by and their programs did not have much information on graduation rate and job placement. But, I would recommend you do research even on the information I provide you. Best of luck.
Getting an MSN is good but a Masters in Information Systems, Management of Information Systems or something tech related with a data analytics focus would benefit you greatly in Informatics. Look at all the other posts before yours. Many people have asked the same questions as you.
I don't know the state you live in. But, they have reputable EHR management certificate programs from my state like SUNY, CUNY and NYU.
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Honestly, your options are limited by the region you are at.
I came across these options:
This program is just a bridge to the Computer Science program for NON-COMPSCI bachelor degree holders.
https://www.usfca.edu/arts-sciences/graduate-programs/computer-science-bridge
Health Informatics operates the intersection of healthcare and computer science. This is more specialized with working data within healthcare.
https://www.usfca.edu/nursing/programs/graduate/masters/health-informatics
This Information Systems degree program is a more business orientated informatics. But, it is applicable to any field.
https://www.usfca.edu/management/graduate-programs/information-systems
I looked at other schools near by and their programs did not have much information on graduation rate and job placement. But, I would recommend you do research even on the information I provide you. Best of luck.