Nurse Manager: Quality, Compliance & Grants

Randolph Hospital District D B A Memorial Hospital; Chester (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exempt status

Retirement match

PTO accrual

Low-cost health plan

Job summary

Memorial Hospital in Chester, IL is seeking a Nurse Manager of Quality & Clinical Compliance / Grant Coordinator. This full-time exempt role leads hospital-wide quality initiatives, regulatory readiness, and grant programs to improve patient outcomes and safety.

The position requires an Illinois RN license, ADN, BLS/ACLS, and 3+ years clinical nursing experience, with knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, IDPH standards.Leadership and grant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois RN license in good standing.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Minimum of three years of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, IDPH, and state regulatory standards.
• Proficiency with clinical data analysis and performance improvement methodologies.
• Vaccinations required in accordance with IDPH, CDC, and CMS guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives designed to enhance patient safety, clinical outcomes, and operational effectiveness.
• Monitor quality indicators and performance metrics, identify improvement opportunities, and develop corrective action plans.
• Facilitate performance improvement projects utilizing evidence-based practices and data-driven decision making.
• Prepare and present quality reports to leadership, committees, and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate organizational readiness for Joint Commission, CMS, IDPH, and other regulatory surveys.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement policies, procedures, and education as necessary.
• Conduct audits, investigations, and compliance reviews to identify and mitigate risks.
• Assist departments with action plans related to survey findings, quality indicators, and compliance concerns.
• Support optimization and effective utilization of electronic health record systems.
• Analyze clinical and operational data to support patient care and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to improve documentation practices and workflow efficiency.
• Participate in implementation, training, testing, and evaluation of healthcare technology initiatives.
• Research, identify, and coordinate grant opportunities that support hospital strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to develop grant proposals and supporting documentation.
• Monitor grant compliance requirements, project implementation, timelines, and reporting obligations.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding grant activities and funding opportunities.
• Support infection prevention, disease prevention, and population health initiatives.
• Participate in community health programs and educational outreach efforts.
• Promote evidence-based practices that improve patient and community health outcomes.

Job description

Memorial Hospital in Chester, IL is seeking a Nurse Manager of Quality & Clinical Compliance / Grant Coordinator. This full-time exempt role leads hospital-wide quality initiatives, regulatory readiness, and grant programs to improve patient outcomes and safety.

The position requires an Illinois RN license, ADN, BLS/ACLS, and 3+ years clinical nursing experience, with knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, IDPH standards.Leadership and grant experience are preferred.