Pediatric Quality & Patient Experience Leader - InpatientRT

Children's Nebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Nebraska seeks a Local/Department Program Leader for patient safety and quality initiatives to improve outcomes within a defined pediatric care area.

The role leads limited-scope improvements, partners with department leaders to set priorities, and engages clinical teams to achieve high reliability and zero preventable harm. Strong data skills and interprofessional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in respiratory care required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; must enroll in a bachelor's program within six months of hire.
• 1-3 years respiratory experience including neonatal/pediatric respiratory care required.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality and patient safety initiatives within the department.
• Develop data dashboards and KPIs to track safety and quality metrics.
• Facilitate event reviews and RCA processes with staff.
• Train and mentor staff on quality improvement and patient safety tactics.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based practice changes.
• Provide direct patient care as needed to support department priorities.

Skills

Strong facilitator

Performance improvement knowledge

Teamwork

Project management

Communication skills

Prioritization

Ability to handle stress

Education

Associate's Degree in respiratory care

Bachelor's Degree in respiratory care or related field preferred

Job description

Children's Nebraska seeks a Local/Department Program Leader for patient safety and quality initiatives to improve outcomes within a defined pediatric care area.

The role leads limited-scope improvements, partners with department leaders to set priorities, and engages clinical teams to achieve high reliability and zero preventable harm. Strong data skills and interprofessional collaboration are essential.