ILPQC Community Engagement Research Coordinator

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare system is seeking a Community Engagement Research Coordinator to enhance patient and community participation in perinatal quality improvement initiatives. This role focuses on fostering connections between diverse community partners, healthcare providers, and patients to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public health, excellent project management skills, and a passion for community advocacy. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in healthcare equity and improving lives across Illinois. Seize this opportunity to contribute to a noble cause while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Savings Plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement plans with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, nursing, or related fields required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience or a master's degree with 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop systems and tools for community engagement activities.
• Coordinate webinars and community advisory meetings to engage stakeholders.
• Assist with grant writing and monitoring grant timelines.

Skills

Community Engagement

Project Management

Data Collection

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$24.86 - $37.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: ILPQC Community Engagement Research Coordinator
• Location: Evanston Hospital
• Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
• Travel: A few times a month to hospital, community, and stakeholder locations throughout Illinois

Position Summary:

The Community Engagement Research Coordinator will help increase patient and community participation in statewide perinatal quality improvement efforts to reduce disparities in maternal and neonatal outcomes. They will collaborate with diverse patients, communities, and outpatient community-based perinatal healthcare professionals to develop, implement, and evaluate initiatives aimed at improving birth equity in healthcare. The role involves fostering connections with patient/family partners, community partners, and healthcare providers, acting as an advocate and liaison between these groups and the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative.

What you will do:

ILPQC is a nationally recognized Perinatal Quality Collaborative with over 90 hospitals. It facilitates statewide initiatives to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes and reduce disparities through collaborative learning, data sharing, and support for hospital quality improvement teams. Current projects include Birth Equity, Promoting Vaginal Birth, Newborn Equity, Safe Sleep, and the ILPQC Birth Quality Designation program.

The position involves working closely with the ILPQC leadership, staff, clinical teams, advisory groups, patients, community members, and hospital teams to develop, implement, and sustain quality improvement initiatives.

The main responsibilities include:

1. Developing systems, communication tools, and tracking mechanisms for community engagement activities.
2. Participating in ILPQC meetings, sharing updates, and exchanging ideas.
3. Building relationships with patient/family and community partners, and outpatient healthcare providers.
4. Serving as the primary contact for community and patient partners, fostering ongoing collaboration.
5. Supporting hospital teams in developing patient and community partnerships for quality improvement.
6. Coordinating webinars, community advisory meetings, and statewide webinars to engage stakeholders.
7. Assisting in event planning for in-person learning opportunities, including communications and website/social media support.
8. Ensuring data collection and reporting are accessible and meaningful to community partners.
9. Providing quality improvement support through calls, meetings, and regional sessions.
10. Participating in financial tasks like budgeting, expense submission, and invoice processing.
11. Assisting with grant writing, monitoring grant timelines, and preparing reports and publications.

What you will need:

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in public health, nursing, social work, social or health sciences, or related fields; or a combination of education and experience with at least 3 years' relevant experience. Alternatively, a master's degree or higher in a related field with at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Benefits:

• Career development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options, including Domestic Partner coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account options
• Retirement plans with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Community involvement opportunities

Endeavor Health is a comprehensive healthcare system serving over 4.2 million residents across six counties in northeast Illinois. With more than 25,000 team members and 6,000 physicians, it operates over 300 locations and eight hospitals, all recognized for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our identity. We strive to serve our patients and each other with compassion, respect, and empathy, believing that our strength lies in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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