Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Benchmarking, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Leadership, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Patient Safety, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training
JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Improvement Coordinator (QIC) functions as a resource to staff and facilitates the achievement of departmental and organizational goals in the area of quality management, patient safety, and accreditation/regulatory compliance through developing effective working relationships and partnering with leadership in assigned areas.
The QIC, working under the direction of quality and safety leaders, organizes and monitors the quality and performance improvement activities for clinical, support and/or administrative services to assure that these are in concert with both the mission and RCHSD patient safety/quality improvement plans.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the identification, documentation, and prioritization of problems and issues affecting patient safety.
- Data collection, analysis, and monitoring.
- Review of evidenced based literature/benchmarks.
- Establishment of indicators for monitoring, performance monitoring, improvement, and assessment.
- Providing project management and facilitation.
- Providing or arranging staff education and committee support.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors Degree
- 3 years of experience
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by American Heart Association
- California RN License
- Ability to function independently and as a member of a cohesive team
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate in the achievement of mutual goals
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Understanding of process improvement principles
- Ability to perform as a quality resource representative to medical staff committees as well as interdisciplinary teams
- Ability to be flexible in work schedules and coverage of any geographical area of the organization
- Ability to prioritize workload
- Ability to utilize critical thinking skills, apply sound principles of decision making and problem solving processes
- Analytical skills necessary in order to develop and implement plans and evaluate effectiveness
- Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to details and resolve problems
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters Degree
- 5 years of experience
The current salary range for this position is $52.95 to $72.81.
Rady Childrens Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity.
This posting will remain open from the "date posted" until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
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Rady Children's Hospital
Our Mission
To restore, sustain and enhance the health and developmental potential of children through excellence in care, education, research and advocacy.
Our Vision
We will be a leader, recognized nationally and internationally, for excellence in patient care, education, research and advocacy.
Rady Children's: Growing with our Community
On August 19, 1954, Rady Children's officially opened to receive its first 12 patients. Since then, nearly 2 million sick and injured children have been treated here. As San Diego has grown, so has our commitment to offering comprehensive care to our community's children. We are the county's only hospital dedicated solely to pediatrics and the region's designated pediatric trauma center. Parents and children come to Rady Children's from across the country to see our nationally renowned physicians. And our focus on research and innovation is helping our patients to receive state-of-the-art care. We believe equally in keeping children well. Through our Center for Healthier Communities and the Chadwick Center for Children and Families, we strive to offer families the promise of a healthier future. And we continue to grow, our new Acute Care Pavilion will help ensure that we will never turn a child away for lack of space.