About this role
About Us: The Quality and Performance Improvement department plays an important role in maintaining high standards of care, creating a culture of continuous improvement leading to optimal patient outcomes. As a dedicated support department, we actively collaborate with both clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure relevant, appropriate data collection, and analysis with the primary goal of improving patient outcomes. Our responsibilities include the organization and coordination of Performance Improvement projects across the organization, providing education on Quality Improvement methodologies, streamline processes, increasing efficiency, and reducing waste. Focusing on data-driven decision-making, our department is committed to ensuring data integrity that involves exploring innovative ways of data utilization, identifying trends in processes, and improving systems to make working with data more efficient. The department exemplifies high standards, collaboration, education, and process improvement to support a culture of inquiry, ensuring the development of Best Practice.
Job Summary: Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Hospital's overall quality and patient safety program. This position is accountable for: 1) supporting the organization's performance improvement process; 2) providing stewardship for the medical staff, nursing and other clinical professional peer review processes; and 3) identifying performance trends, as well as prioritizing and recommending improvements. Investigates specific areas of concern as identified by leadership. Provides consultation and assistance to medical, administrative, and other staff on peer review, performance improvement and other quality of care issues; translates data into actionable information; and participates with the customer experience process for monitoring and evaluating the quality of care and services provided to patients and families. Plays a role in the identification of trends, formulating conclusions, and making recommendations for improvement.Qualifications: This is a hybrid position. Following successful completion of orientation and achievement of independent practice—typically at approximately six months of employment—the selected candidate may have the opportunity to work remotely 1–2 days per week, based on business needs and department approval. Regular onsite presence is required for meetings, education, collaboration, and trauma program activities. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the facility.
Education
• College Degree - 2 year related field (required) • College Degree - 4 year (preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
• RN - Registered Nurse License - CA-BRN - California Board of Registered Nursing (required) • CPHQ - Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality - NAHQ - National Association for Healthcare Quality (preferred)
Work Experience
• Minimum four (4) years progressively responsible experience (required) • Minimum five (5) years related field (required) • Minimum four (4) years recent experience or knowledge of healthcare regulations including TJC, Title XXII and other regulatory standards. (required)
Skills and Abilities
• Computer Skills Demonstrated progressive computer and presentation skills. • Performance improvement and quality management experience are a plus. • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills. • High level clinical problem-solving and critical thinking skills are a must.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Range: $57.29 - $81.72 Workshift: Day (United States of America) Position Exempt: Yes FTE %: 100 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Daily Hours: 8 Have Questions? Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.