Registered Nurse, RN | Quality Improvement Specialist
About The Position
Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a Registered Nurse, Quality Improvement Specialist to join its Quality and Patient Safety department. The specialist advances system-wide quality initiatives and supports clinical excellence across the organization, serving as a consultant, educator, and advisor in quality improvement, patient safety, evidence-based practice, and population health integration. The role works closely with directors, managers, and frontline staff to provide guidance, research, education, and tools that support continuous improvement in patient care. It also facilitates communication and required work across committees and the nursing council structure, and supports regulatory compliance and collaboration with internal and external partners. This is a 1.0 FTE position scheduled for 40 hours per week during business hours, typically 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The role does not require holidays or weekends. Starting pay is $81,244.80 per year, with higher compensation possible based on experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
- Minimum of 5 years of RN experience.
- Active Wisconsin RN license at the time of hire.
- BLS CPR certification with hands-on learning.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with data analysis, quality improvement, or LEAN methodology.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support performance improvement projects.
- Serve as a resource on evidence-based practices and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with departments on process design.
- Support compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state regulations, and organizational policies.
- Provide guidance, research, education, and tools to support continuous improvement in patient care.
- Facilitate communication and required work across committees and the nursing council structure.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and Gundersen’s comprehensive benefits package.
- A top-rated retirement plan.
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Access to Emplify Health by Gundersen’s Career Development Center.
- The ability to make a direct impact on patient safety and system quality.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
