Clinical Excellence Registered Nurse I Floyd- Days

Advocate Health; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Nursing Education professional at Floyd Medical Center in Georgia. The role requires RN licensure and 3–5 years of hospital clinical practice, with a strong focus on quality improvement and data-driven outcomes.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, lead evidence-based initiatives, and travel to Advocate sites as needed to support performance excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or related healthcare field; if no Bachelor, must enroll in BSN within 2 years and complete within 5 years or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of clinical practice in a hospital setting
• Knowledge in quality improvement activities and use of current evidence based practice
• Knowledge of change management theory and process

Responsibilities

• Identifies and uses evidence sources for projects.
• Oversees data collection and analyzes opportunities for improvement.
• Assists team with data collection methods and definitions.
• Participates in chart abstraction for clinical outcomes.
• Analyzes data and guides recommendations using current evidence.
• Displays team activity outcomes with visual tools and documents improvements.
• Provides assessment using empirical evidence and frameworks.
• Communicates recommendations and engages stakeholders for change.
• Leads quality initiatives to improve clinical outcomes.
• Willing to travel to Advocate sites as needed.

Skills

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Database

Graphic software

Evidence based practice

Critical thinking

Statistical knowledge

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Prioritization skills

Diversity collaboration

RN

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or related healthcare field

BSN enrollment within 2 years (if no bachelor)

3-5 years of clinical hospital experience

Knowledge of quality improvement

Knowledge of change management theory

Tools

None

Job description

Department:

34208 Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center - Nursing Education

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday thru Friday

Pay Range:

$38.20 - $57.30

Major Responsibilities:

OPERATIONAL IMPLEMENTATION:

1. Identifies and uses appropriate clinically relevant sources of evidence for projects assigned.

2. Oversees and participates in the systematic and purposeful collection of data, information, and knowledge to facilitate comprehensive assessment of projects and identify opportunities for improved organizational outcomes in the pursuit of performance distinction.

3. Assists the team, in understanding methods used for data collection and data definitions.

4. Utilizing clinical expertise participates in chart abstraction for various clinical outcome measures and databases in accordance with established data definitions and programs.

5. Serves as an expert resource to team in analyzing and interpreting data based on clinical expertise and current evidence based literature identifying patterns, trends, opportunities for improvement and highlighting best practices found. Utilizes current evidence to guide the team in developing recommendations and strategies to address identified opportunities and improve patient outcomes.

6. Uses current clinical knowledge and expertise to assist with reports of team activity by using appropriate visual tools to display outcomes. Documents opportunities for improvement and highlights achievements as compared to current evidence.

CONSULTATION:

1. Utilizes appropriate empirical evidence, theories and framework to provide assessment of practice and processes.

2. Uses current evidence to analyze data and develop recommendations and strategies to address complex issues and identify opportunities for improvement

3. Demonstrates appropriate critical thinking and effective communication skills to engage in collaborative relationships and involve stakeholders and other members of the team.

4. Communicates recommendations and facilitates team members understanding to effect appropriate evidence based change.

5. Uses current clinical knowledge and expertise to assist with reports of team activity by using appropriate visual tools to display outcomes and document opportunities for improvement or highlight achievements as compared to current evidence.

COLLABORATION/LEADERSHIP

1. Supports evidence based practice and research activities within the organization.

2. Partners with team members to share knowledge and skills related to quality and patient safety. Provides pertinent education to effect appropriate evidence based change and adherence to regulatory requirements.

3. Contributes to a supportive, healthy, and safe work environment that fosters mutual respect. Provides expert knowledge in clinical excellence to promote excellent quality patient outcomes.

4. Demonstrates energy, excitement, and passion for quality outcomes and the pursuit of excellence in all activities and assignments.

5. Assumes a leadership role in the pursuit of excellence through implementation of quality initiatives to improve clinical outcomes

6. Contributes to an environment that fosters continuous quality improvement and the pursuit of excellence.

7. Appropriately utilizes various quality methods based on project. (ie CAP, LEAN, 6th Sigma, etc)

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

1. Continually enhances knowledge related to regulatory agencies and governmental regulations.

2. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and changes through education of team members, and interaction with assigned units and department associates.

3. Conducts tracers to establish compliance with regulatory requirements and agencies. Identifies opportunities for improvement and best practices. Shares information with team to enhance patient outcomes and achieve clinical excellence.

4. Provides consultation to clinical units on opportunities for improvement and practice changes needed in order to meet and exceed regulatory requirements.

5. Works collaboratively with leadership to explore opportunities to move data acquisition to a different status or function so that optimization can occur.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE/COMPETENCY

1. Meets all requirements and maintains current IL RN licensure.

2. Uses current research findings and other evidence to expand knowledge, enhance role performance that supports areas of assignment. Promotes achievement of excellent clinical outcomes and performance distinction.

3. Seeks experiences to continually develop and enhance knowledge related to current methods of performance improvement.

4. Evaluates own performance on a regular basis, identifying areas of strength as well as areas in which professional development would be beneficial. Takes action on opportunities for professional growth.

Licensure:
Nurse, Registered (RN)

Education/Experience Required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or Bachelor’s Degree in related healthcare field; if no Bachelors, must enroll in BSN program within 2 years and complete within 5 years or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of clinical practice in a hospital setting
• Knowledge in quality improvement activities and use of current evidence based practice
• Knowledge of change management theory and process.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Proficient in spreadsheet, word processing, database, and graphic software.
• Proficient in evidence based practice, critical thinking, statistical knowledge, analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a wide variety of healthcare individuals and teams.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work with diverse teams and individuals
• RN

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints.
• Innovative, self-motivated, detail oriented.
• Resiliency and flexibility to work within a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to travel on occasion to other Advocate sites.
• Ability to interact with computer systems over extended time periods.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.