RN - Registered Nurse - Quality and Patient Safety Coordinator

Geisinger•Muncy, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems in Becker’s Hospital Review, we’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact. Join us as a Registered Nurse Quality and Patient Safety Coordinator to strengthen that impact.

Requirements

At least 5 years of Registered Nurse work experience is required
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
Minimum of 5 years-Nursing (Required)
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body
Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania
Clinical Skills
Communication
Computer Literacy
Critical Thinking
Organizing
Teamwork
Working Independently

Nice To Haves

Experience in Quality and Patient Safety
Computer literacy and knowledge of regulatory compliance related to patient safety
At least one year of RN Quality and Safety work experience is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead improvement teams
Gather and analyze clinical, financial and research data
Compile patient and practice-level data to provide data-driven guidance for best practice and quality/safety projects
Assist with research within the department
Ensure cost effective, quality care outcomes for a complex and high-acuity population
Utilize skill sets in process improvement, quality improvement, change management and team communication to develop and grow both current and new projects/programs
Manage project development, implementation and maintenance of system-wide programs
Assist medical and nursing directors in leading strategic development, tactical execution for solution strategies, and development of innovative road maps for care
Manage a clear and coherent strategy for identifying and capitalizing on revenue-generating opportunities with strategies, objectives and action plans based on a detailed understanding of the market, competition, customer needs, internal resources and capabilities
Establish standard work to support department efforts for new and existing projects and program utilizing continuous quality improvement methodologies to identify clinical quality, process, and financial improvement opportunities within the department
Coordinate with all levels of leadership, physicians, other clinicians, nursing and ancillary staff in process improvement work, including but not limited to analyzing work flow, performing gap analyses, identifying process change and developing future workflows
Provide and/or coordinates education for department staff, including providers, on process improvement, quality and safety standards, practices, and policies
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.