Quality Management Coordinator / Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY : In a High-Reliability Organization, the QM Coordinator, reporting to the Director of Quality, is responsible for coordinating and acquiring data from source systems specific to clinical quality management regulatory and performance improvement metrics using methods of audits, tracers, chronologies, root cause analysis and rounding skill validation activities. The QM Coordinator provides expertise and support for Quality Management functions, including abstracting, data aggregation and analysis, and medical record review for quality assessment. This individual will demonstrate their expertise in quality management and performance improvement through the coordination and maintenance of quality clinical initiatives to support performance improvement programs. Analyze and trends data for opportunities for improvement / process improvement. This role is expected to apply clinical knowledge and analytical skills to assist the Director of QM and leadership in implementing quality improvement strategies and change with a strong focus on improving quality outcomes and results.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION : Graduate of an accredited nursing school or practical certificate program is strongly preferred. An associate degree in another clinical discipline may be considered in lieu of a nursing program, provided the candidate has relevant experience in Quality Management.

CERTIFICATION / LICENSES : Current New Mexico Nursing license strongly preferred, BLS issued through American Heart Association strongly preferred. CPHQ (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) preferred

SKILLS :

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Packages (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Proficient knowledge in Midas
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Ability to plan and prioritize workload
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent time management skills
• Good conflict resolution skills
• Project management skills, highly desired
• Ability to effectively evaluate medical records.
• Competence with word processing, spreadsheet, and data management computer applications.

EXPERIENCE : Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience of which a minimum of two years have been spent in an acute care setting; med / surg or critical care experience preferred. One year of quality management experience preferred. Experience with data collection and analysis preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION :

ENVIRONMENT :

Works in a clean, well-lighted, ventilated smoke-free environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Ability to move throughout CSV facilities and to all hospital units / departments. Extensive use of a computer for required applications. Requires close work, good vision, and dexterity to write as well as type. Requires the ability to speak, listen, develop, and communicate written materials.