What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Quality Assurance Nurse Part-Time position at Nightingale Hospice inc?
Overview
The Quality Assurance Nurse plays a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety within healthcare settings. This position involves evaluating and improving the quality of nursing services, implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with hospice regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background along with excellent analytical and communication skills to effectively assess and enhance care delivery.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patient care practices to ensure adherence to established standards.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement quality improvement initiatives.
- Monitor patient outcomes and identify areas for improvement in service delivery.
- Provide training and support to nursing staff on best practices and compliance requirements.
- Participate in the development of policies and procedures related to quality assurance.
- Engage in triage processes to prioritize patient needs effectively.
- Evaluate home care services and, hospice care.
- Assist in specialized procedures such as catheterization, spinal taps, and botulinum toxin treatments as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation of quality assurance activities and outcomes.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of nursing standards and regulations related to quality assurance.
- Proficiency in triage techniques and assessment methodologies.
- Familiarity with hospice and palliative documentation.
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and patient education.
- Strong analytical skills to assess data and implement improvements based on findings.
This role is essential for maintaining high-quality patient care standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week
Medical Specialty:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- San Antonio, TX 78229 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Antonio, TX 78229: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30