Clinical Program Specialist

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides oversight, consultation, research, management, and education in a specific clinical area.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Requires a strong understanding of concepts, practices, and procedures related to process improvement, human factors, safety principles, and change management.
• A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience required
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing required upon hire
• RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required upon hire

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or higher in nursing related field preferred
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Accreditation/Clinical Program related certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Serves as an expert consultant for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice and professional growth.
• Coordinates activities, projects, and operational efforts related to specified clinical program. This may include assisting with the development and/or implementation of new or revised processes, policies and/or procedures.
• Manages and participates in regulatory site visits/surveys related to specified clinical program.
• Works collaboratively with stakeholders to plan, facilitate and evaluate multidisciplinary process improvements related to specified clinical program.
• Facilitates change process through committee participation as needed. Leads and coordinates interdisciplinary meetings to promote process improvement.
• Utilizes standardized methods for improvement efforts, including data collection & analysis. Also utilizes common concepts for statistical analysis, outcomes measurement, quality improvement tools, systems thinking, and operations improvement practices. Interprets and disseminates related data to stakeholders.
• Provides support, counseling, and expert guidance to patients and families to promote their ability to understand and meaningfully participate in the health care process and personal decision-making.
• Participates in community-based events related to health promotion of specified clinical program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level