Analyst, Quality Registered Nurse (RN) Exempt

Lifepoint Health • Gallatin, TN

6h

About The Position

Highpoint Health Sumner is seeking an internal candidate for a Quality Analyst position in its Quality Department. Reporting to the Director, Quality and Safety, the Registered Nurse Quality Analyst primarily focuses on Patient Experience, performance improvement, and regulatory readiness, including support for Joint Commission and other accreditation activities. The role assesses the quality of patient care and coordinates care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments. Patient care may be provided when necessary.

The position supports departmental goals and the organization’s strategic plan, assists with staff and operational management, and promotes professional growth. It also helps integrate evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols. The position is exempt and full-time, with day-shift hours.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN).
• Three to five years of diverse clinical practice in an acute care environment.
• Previous performance improvement and/or large-scale project management experience.
• Demonstrated progressive leadership skills.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Management, or Quality is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing departmental goals, standards, and objectives that support the organization’s strategic plan and vision.
• Assist the director with staff relations, including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management.
• Perform and oversee scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
• Assist the director by presenting at meetings, including the Quality and Safety Committee and New Employee Orientation.
• May assist with monitoring departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, contracts, and vendor relations.
• Determine and justify needs for systems, equipment, and supplies; monitor usage and oversee proper working order and stock supplies.
• Assess the quality of patient care and coordinate patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Provide patient care when necessary.
• Create and foster an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrate evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Focus on Patient Experience, performance improvement, and regulatory readiness, including support for Joint Commission and other accreditation activities.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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