CQI Specialist - LPN/RN (Northern Illinois) (78484)

Centurion Health•Springfield, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Centurion is seeking a Full-time CQI Specialist to join their Regional Office team. This is a remote/traveling position based out of the regional office. The Statewide CQI Specialist develops and implements the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program in accordance with the mission and strategic goals of the company, federal and state laws and regulations, accreditation standards and specific contractual requirements. Candidates must reside in Northern Illinois and live a commutable distance to our sites for visits as needed (approximately 2-4 days/week). Occasional travel to Springfield, IL for regional meetings is also required.

Requirements

Licensure as a RN or Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in a clinical or allied health field from an accredited institution required
Minimum of two years of experience in health information, quality, utilization or risk management
Minimum of two years of experience in Quality Assurance/ Continuous Quality Improvement preferred
Knowledge of statistics, data collection, analysis and data presentation
Skilled in use of computer software for maintaining statistics and developing reports
Excellent problem solving and writing skills
Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in a clinical or allied health field
Certification as a Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred
Experience in a correctional setting preferred

Responsibilities

Develops and implements the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program in accordance with the mission and strategic goals of the company, federal and state laws and regulations, accreditation standards and specific contractual requirements.