Accreditation Coordinator - LPN or RN

Singing River Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Accreditation Coordinator to manage the accreditation process by coordinating with departments, documenting requirements, and assisting with audits. The candidate must hold a clinical license as an LPN or RN in Mississippi and have substantial experience with accreditation processes and customer service. This full-time role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure standards are met across the facility.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed to practice as an LPN or RN in the state of Mississippi.
• Clinical background of at least 5 years preferred.
• Must have completed de-escalation training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Manage documentation related to the accreditation process.
• Coordinate with various departments to assist with audits.
• Organize files and track progress for audits and corrective actions.

Skills

Experience with accreditation processes

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Graduate from NLN School of Nursing

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

Accreditation Coordinator – LPN or RN

Singing River Health System

Location: Pascagoula, Ocean Springs & Gulfport, Mississippi, United States

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Position Overview

The Accreditation Coordinator supports the accreditation process by managing documentation, coordinating with departments, and assisting with audits to ensure the healthcare facility meets CMS, State, and accreditation body standards. Key responsibilities include organizing files, tracking progress for audits and corrective action plans, scheduling meetings, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, and preparing reports and correspondence.

Disclaimer

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Education

Graduate from NLN School of Nursing. Clinical background of at least 5 years preferred.

License

Currently licensed to practice as an LPN or RN in the state of Mississippi.

Certifications

Must have de‑escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de‑escalation training.

Experience

Experience or knowledge with accreditation processes and surveys in hospital and clinic settings preferred. General administrative experience required. Customer service experience required.

Reports To

Director of Accreditation and Safety

Supervises

None

Physical Demands

Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move around the facility, and travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work involves many repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers while operating office equipment. Work requires ability to perceive sound at normal speaking levels and to see with normal visual acuity. Work requires being active for extended periods and adapting to schedule changes.

Mental Demands

Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision-making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication and verbal skills. Must possess emotional stability to handle high stress. Must work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and multi-tasking required. Must maintain collaborative relationships across SRHS and partner organizations.

Special Demands

Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Must work independently with little supervision and seek guidance as needed. Must be collaborative, team-oriented, resourceful, results-oriented, strategic, and service-committed. Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must be proficient with computer, MS Outlook, Word, telephone, fax. Must demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment for patients of all ages.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care