CLINICAL QUALITY RN

Description

US:NV:Carson City Quality

Full Time Standard Office Hours

About Carson Tahoe Health

CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5 th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.

Summary

The Clinical Quality RN is responsible for collaborating with hospital departments and clinics to analyze data, identify areas for improvement, implement quality improvement activities, and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, with the aim to enhance patient care quality and safety across the system by promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from various sources to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Develop and present data-driven reports to leadership teams to inform decision-making.

Quality Improvement Project Management:

• Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement projects across different clinical areas.
• Facilitate process improvement methodologies such as Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) to optimize workflows and reduce variation in care.

Clinical Practice Consultation:

• Provide clinical expertise and guidance on quality improvement initiatives, best practices, and adherence to clinical guidelines.
• Conduct clinical reviews and identify opportunities for improvement in patient care.

Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance:

• Monitor compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participate in tracer activities to ensure continuous survey readiness.
• Assist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures to ensure compliance.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders including providers, staff, administrators, and other healthcare professionals to promote a culture of quality improvement.
• Facilitate communication and education regarding quality initiatives across the organization.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience in a variety of clinical settings
• Registered Nurse with an unrestricted licensure in the State of Nevada
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related field
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related field
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence

Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada

• Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
• Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
• Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
• We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
• Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system

Our Benefits

• No State Income Tax
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
• Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
• 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses
• On Site Education & Certification Programs
• Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
• Free Calm App Subscription