We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Quality Nurse to join our team This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives during their most vulnerable moments, utilizing your extensive nursing expertise and passion for compassionate care.
Salary Range: $112,484 - $138,984
Duties
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Elicits recommendations regarding continuous improvement of quality and patient safety programs from staff and develops recommendations for improvement,
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Encourages reporting of occurrences without fear of reprisal.
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Investigates all occurrences.
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Leads root cause analyses.
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Leads the implementation and monitoring of quality, patient safety and performance improvement programs.
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Develops and leads Performance Improvement education programs for all staff, including management development programs/ Ensure facility and system-wide learning around Performance Improvement
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Supports all departments/units with identifying performance improvement initiatives for each calendar year.
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Oversees data collection, chart abstraction and reporting activities as necessary.
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Responsible for Quality measures identification and reporting.
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Responsible for Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) reports and preparation for monthly Quality Outcomes Committee meetings
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Incorporates information learned from tracer and survey activities into Performance Improvement programs
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Utilizes system-wide and facility-wide dashboards to track Quality & Safety activities
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Liaison to clinical departments identifying and assessing problems and monitoring actions.
Requirements
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Valid nursing license (RN) in good standing with state licensing board.
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Proven experience in hospice & palliative medicine or related fields such as critical care, ICU, emergency medicine, or medical-surgical units.
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Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Nursing and minimum of two (2) years of experience in Quality Assessment, Patient Safety or Performance Improvement, required.
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Knowledge of and experience with data, analysis and reporting.
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Experience with EMR/EHR systems.
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Excellent communication skills for triage calls, family education sessions, case management coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Knowledge of infection control practices and aseptic techniques essential for safe patient care delivery.
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Ability to work independently in home settings while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism.
Benefits
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401(k)
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Dental insurance
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Employee assistance program
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Employee discount
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Flexible schedule
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Health insurance
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Health savings account
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Retirement plan
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Tuition reimbursement
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Vision insurance
