Quality Improvement Specialist RN - Quality

HCA Healthcare • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Quality Improvement (QI) Specialist Nurse is responsible for performing concurrent and retrospective quality management / practice improvement reviews as defined by the individual departments / divisions including complication & mortality review, national quality indicator review, TJC indicator/standards review and other specified indicator monitoring, data entry and database management. The QI Specialist is an active participant in point-of-care improvement activities as well as staff education based on opportunity assessment/gap analyzes findings. The QI Specialist may also assist in the collection/reporting of data for peer review to support the credentialing and reappointment process. This staff member will provide the coordination for programs as assigned by the Vice President of Quality such as Sepsis, Stroke, Peer Review, and Cancer Care. Serves as coordinator for assigned Hospital or Medical Staff quality work groups/PI teams, providing required support functions such as meeting notices, minutes, case review documentation, etc. Establishes systems and procedures for consistent, appropriate case identification and other practice or outcomes monitoring activities. Consistently and accurately abstracts data within established timeframes; promptly performs requested focus reviews. Provides reports of aggregate and individual practice data, using spreadsheets, graphics, and other applications as assigned. Participates in Hospital and Medical Staff education regarding aggregate data use and potential value to improved clinical and financial outcomes. Collects and analyzes program data to assist with documentation, clinical care and improved outcomes. Facilitates the development, implementation and ongoing adherence to program protocols and therapies. Ensures the protocols and therapies become the standard of care followed within the facility. Consistently and effectively manages information, maintains data integrity and accuracy, and compiles statistics for assigned Departments/Services. Participates in continuous preparation for accreditation and regulatory site visits by external agencies. May be required to participate in rounds and proactively respond to patient needs to improve patient outcomes and positively influence overall patient experience.

Requirements

• Current Florida license as Registered Nurse or Recognized Compact Licensure.
• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• 2 years of Quality/PI, Acute Care Nursing, ICU Preferred.
• Certification in Quality (CPHQ) preferred.
• Proficient in word, excel and other Microsoft applications.
• Professional demeanor and effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of Performance Improvement methodologies.
• Fluent in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform concurrent and retrospective quality management / practice improvement reviews.
• Participate in point-of-care improvement activities and staff education.
• Assist in the collection/reporting of data for peer review.
• Coordinate programs assigned by the Vice President of Quality.
• Serve as coordinator for assigned Hospital or Medical Staff quality work groups/PI teams.
• Establish systems and procedures for case identification and outcomes monitoring.
• Abstract data consistently and accurately within established timeframes.
• Provide reports of aggregate and individual practice data.
• Participate in education regarding aggregate data use.
• Collect and analyze program data to assist with documentation and clinical care.
• Facilitate the development and implementation of program protocols and therapies.
• Manage information and maintain data integrity and accuracy.
• Participate in preparation for accreditation and regulatory site visits.
• Participate in rounds and respond to patient needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low copay options.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Legal counseling.
• Long-term care coverage.
• Moving assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Free counseling services.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care.
• Consumer discounts.
• Education assistance.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Paid time off and family leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree