Hiring: Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (Onsite in Oahu) Company: Optum Location: Honolulu, HI Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 10:22:39 Employment Type: Full-time About the job Experience: •5+ years acute care hospital clinical RN experience OR Medical Graduate with CDI experience and CDI certification (CCDS, CDIP) Required Skills: •Provides expert level review of inpatient clinical records within 24-48 hours of admit; identifies gaps in clinical documentation that need clarification for accurate code assignment to ensure the documentation accurately reflects the severity of the condition and acuity of care provided •Conducts daily follow-up communication with providers regarding existing clarifications to obtain needed documentation specificity •Provides expert level leadership for overall improvement in clinical documentation by providing proficient level review and assessment, and effectively articulating recommendations for improvement, and the rational for the recommendations •Actively communicates with providers at all levels, to clarify information and to communicate documentation requirements for appropriate diagnoses based on severity of illness and risk of mortality •Performs regular rounding with unit-based physicians and provides Working DRG lists to Care Coordination •Provides face-to-face educational opportunities with physicians on a regular basis •Provides complete follow-through on all requests for clarification or recommendations for improvement •Leads the development and execution of physician education strategies resulting in improved clinical documentation Qualifications: •For RN candidates, must have a current Hawaii RN license or obtain within 90-days of hire date •Proficiency in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Electronic Medical Records •BSN degree if an RN •CCDS, CDIP or CCS certification •CAC experience (Computer Assistant Coding) •UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. Compensation: •$72,800 - $130,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!