Nursing Analytics Program Manager

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Nursing Analytics Program Manager is a highly skilled and motivated nursing leader that oversees nursing analytics, works to optimize the adoption and efficient use of nursing benchmarking analytics tools, drives data-driven decision-making, and optimizes nursing practices to enhance patient care and safety. Responsible for analyzing and interpreting nursing quality indicators and clinical databases to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and ensuring compliance with national standards. Will work closely with nursing leaders and analytics team.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
Active RN License required.
Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire
Proficiency in data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Excel, SQL) to extract, analyze, and present data effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to draw meaningful conclusions from complex datasets.
Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey findings to diverse audiences.
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and lead quality improvement initiatives.
Ability to work independently, one-on-one, and as part of a diverse team to deliver high-quality and efficient results.
Excellent communication and organization skills
High level knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Possess analytical skills to conduct comparative analysis.
Ability to gather rapport from management as part of the implementation of the Benchmarking Analytics tool.
Self-starter, project management, data evangelist, data analytics experience and team player.
Demonstrates customer service values.
Must be flexible and committed to teamwork and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Nursing preferred
Proven track record of clinical leadership in the enhancement and support of clinical information systems including the electronic health record.
Broad knowledge of information technology fundamental concepts including web, cloud services, mobile apps, wireless communication, software development, wearable devices, preferred.
Experience in leading optimization of health IT systems at a tertiary/quaternary care organization, preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the utilization of the NDNQI, Vizient clinical database, and other benchmarking analytics tools.
Analyze and interpret nursing performance metrics, patient outcomes, and quality indicators to identify areas of improvement and best practices.
Collaborate with nursing leadership and other stakeholders to present actionable insights derived from data analysis.
Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives based on data analysis and evidence-based practices to enhance nursing performance and patient care outcomes.
Monitor the effectiveness of improvement initiatives and make necessary adjustments for optimal results.
Ensure adherence to national nursing quality standards and regulatory requirements by regularly benchmarking the hospital's performance against national and industry standards.
Participate in accreditation surveys and data reporting for external entities.
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and security of nursing analytics data by implementing robust data management protocols.
Collaborate with the hospital's IT team to address any data-related issues and ensure data privacy compliance.
Generate comprehensive reports and dashboards to communicate nursing analytics findings to key stakeholders, including nursing leadership, hospital administration, and quality improvement committees.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate data-driven decision-making and support strategic planning initiatives.
Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in nursing analytics, healthcare technology, and quality improvement methodologies.
Participate in relevant training and educational opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
Performs other duties as assigned