RN, Quality Improvement Specialist - Emergency Department - Hybrid position

Employment Type : Full time

Shift : Description :

Why Mount Carmel?

With five hospitals () , over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics () , a college of nursing () , a Medicare Advantage plan () , and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System () serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health () , one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing.

What we offer :

Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one

Generous paid time off programs

Employee recognition incentive program

Tuition / professional development reimbursement

Relocation assistance (geographic restrictions apply)

Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing

Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you're hired as an eligible colleague, you'll be able to see how much you've made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!

Why Columbus?

The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest - ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com !

The Quality Improvement Specialist effectively leads quality and safety improvement efforts to implement evidence-based care models to improve patient outcomes. Scope includes Mount Carmel owned but not affiliated facilities. This position will support our Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

This position is a hybrid position. On-site time 60% or more weekly.

Responsibility includes Quality activities at all Mount Carmel locations.

Assists in scheduled / unannounced surveys by regulatory agencies.

Facilitates process / system improvement across departments and / or multiple service areas.

Serves as a role model to demonstrate openness to new ways of thinking.

Serves as a QI liaison with external agencies (CMS, ODH, TJC, etc) as well as Trinity Health System.

Provides consultation for practical application of performance improvement.

Manages medical staff dynamics to facilitate effective discussions and participation in quality improvement, service excellence and patient safety.

Works with diverse groups, settings and varied kinds of complexities.

Develops and / or assists in conducting educational programs or in-services related to quality / process improvement as needed or requested by the organization.

Serves as project manager as needed for organizational endeavors.

Provides, as requested, consulting services to non-MCHS owned health care entities for purposes of building targeted relationships.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education : Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing required.

Masters in Nursing preferred.

Licensure / Certification : Registered Nurse

Experience : Emergency Department experience required. Minimum of five (5) years recent hospital practice.

Clinical and management experience preferred

Knowledge of quality management methodologies, performance improvement principles and designs.

Discovering opportunities, support and excellence - all while making a real difference in patients' lives - begins at Mount Carmel. Find a new beginning and advance your career with us.

Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or physical ability.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability / veteran