Performance Improvement Specialist

Allegheny Health Network; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Performance Improvement Specialist to enhance patient outcomes and organizational performance. The role involves managing quality improvement projects, collaborating with healthcare staff, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. Ideal candidates will have nursing experience and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in acute-care nursing.
• 0-1 year experience in quality development or large quality initiatives.
• PA RN License required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage projects supporting quality and safety divisions.
• Collaborate to ensure projects meet accreditation standards.
• Facilitate recognition of performance improvement opportunities.

Skills

Project Management

Collaboration

Quality Improvement

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Tools

Lean Six Sigma certification

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Company

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW

The Performance Improvement (PI) Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing all performance improvement projects and activities. This includes leading and facilitating teams, creating action plans, and driving toward deadlines. The role requires self-direction and the ability to oversee several projects simultaneously. The specialist reviews clinical documentation and related processes to assess for appropriate treatment, documentation, adherence to protocols, and overall outcomes. This position supports the quality and safety divisions and other stakeholders to improve patient outcomes and organizational performance.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Plan, coordinate, and manage projects supporting quality and safety divisions, including quality, infection prevention, regulatory, and patient safety. Facilitate recognition of performance improvement opportunities, coordinate peer reviews, and escalate deviations from best practices. (50%)
2. Collaborate with internal and external staff to ensure projects meet accreditation standards, goals are achieved cost-effectively, and documentation is accurate and confidential. Support work related to core measures, HAC, mortality, readmission, and PSI reduction programs with nursing and medical staff to promote positive patient outcomes and meet quality goals. (50%)
3. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum

• 1-3 years experience in acute-care nursing
• 0-1 year experience in quality development or large quality initiatives
• PA RN License

Preferred

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Lean Six Sigma certification

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general duties and responsibilities and may not include all duties required. Employees must adhere to ethical, legal, and behavioral standards, including HIPAA and company policies. Confidential information must be protected. The company is committed to accessibility and non-discrimination and provides contact information for accommodations and privacy notices.