r/nursinginformatics

After a rough 2 weeks with the passing of a pet and family member my bullshit meter has been tapped out.

I'm just curious how many times you send out instructions and people clearly don't f-n read them because they message/call/email asking what to do when they get stuck in the process.

The "stuck" part was clearly addressed in the first 3 steps of the email/documentation with SCREENSHOTS and big text reading ***VERY IMPORTANT STEP***

I feel like why bother creating documentation, why email it out when most of the people are just going to not read it and call anyway?

lately I have been feeling like an asshole when I tell them to go back and read the instructions because I don't have the mental bandwidth,time, and energy to deal with re-explaining the same thing I already wrote and have been asked about a half dozen times. People have tried to schedule appointments to come in for help because they are at seeing exactly what is addressed in the documentation.

I know it's not an issue of poor documentation because I have a few people that actually read it, follow the steps, and complete the setups. Their skills range from very poor tech skills to they could likely do my job with some training. The less tech savvy ones often message me to say thanks for making the instructions so clear and simple. The people I have taken the time to resend the documentation to and tell them they are on step 3 the one with the very important label and tell them they should read and follow it message me a minute later saying "thanks I'm in"

My nursing nature wants to help, but at the same time after months of working through a merger and being asked "what's my user name / password" I can't do it any more people need to take some responsibility for their career duties.

RN in direct patient care for >10y, recently transitioned into Informatics after a long, intentional search for a CI role. Any advice you wish you had when you started? How do you "keep your clinical brain alive" after the transition, esp long-term? What do you recommend to advance your skills/systems thinking, avoid HelpDesk purgatory, detox from bedside PTSD?

Not necessarily something fancy. Just one tool, app, or system that would actually make your shift easier. Sometimes it's the small improvements that make the biggest difference.

Hi everyone,

I’m starting my first Epic analyst role very soon and would really appreciate hearing from people who have already made the transition from clinical work.

I’ve been an ICU RN for several years and recently accepted a 100% remote Epic analyst position. The opportunity checks a lot of boxes for me because I’ve wanted to move into informatics for a long time, enjoy working with Epic, and eventually hope to build a long-term remote career as an analyst.

That said, I’m definitely taking a significant pay cut compared to what I currently make as a nurse. I knew that was likely going into it, but now that it’s becoming real, I’m naturally wondering what the salary progression actually looks like.

I’ve seen everything from people saying they were back over $100k within a couple of years to others saying it took much longer.

For those who started as associate/junior/new Epic analysts:

•How long did it take you to reach $100k?
•How long did it take you to reach $120k+?
•What made the biggest difference (certifications, job changes, consulting, additional modules, etc.)?
•Looking back, would you make the same decision again?

I’m genuinely excited about the role and don’t regret accepting it. I’m mostly just trying to set realistic expectations and learn from people who have already been through the transition.

& For context, my long term goal isn’t management or becoming an NP. I specifically want to grow as an Epic analyst/builder.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for advice from anyone who has been through a California BRN denial or knows about the appeal process.

I recently graduated with my BSN after years of working toward becoming an RN. I have about 10 years of experience working as a CNA and have been employed in healthcare throughout nursing school.

Unfortunately, the California BRN denied my application based on a 2023 DUI-related incident. It was my first and only DUI. The incident also involved a hit-and-run allegation and I refused BAC testing. Since then, I have completed all court requirements, probation, fines, classes, and have had no additional arrests, convictions, or legal issues.

The denial letter states that I can appeal within 60 days or reapply in one year.

I’m struggling with a few questions:

Has anyone successfully appealed a California BRN denial related to a DUI?
Is hiring a BRN defense attorney worth it?
If you appealed, how long did the process take?
If you were in my position, would you appeal or spend the next year strengthening your rehabilitation evidence and reapply?
What healthcare jobs did you work while waiting for licensure?

I’m honestly devastated. I just finished nursing school and was preparing for NCLEX and an RN residency. Right now I feel like my entire future has been put on hold and I’m trying to figure out the smartest next step.

Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated.