Perioperative Quality & Safety Nurse Analyst

UC Davis Health

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

18 hours ago
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Job summary

UC Davis Health is seeking a Quality & Safety Nurse Analyst to integrate patient advocacy with data collection, analysis, and quality improvement efforts in Perioperative Services. You will lead performance improvement activities, ensure timely delivery, and collaborate with division leadership to implement changes that improve patient outcomes and safety.

The role requires autonomous project management, strong clinical judgment, and expertise in QA methodologies.

Qualifications

  • Valid California RN License required.
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt; must obtain within 1 year if not on hire.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • 4 years perioperative nursing experience and advanced QA knowledge.
  • Knowledge of QI standards, chart review, abstraction, and regulatory requirements.
  • Expertise with data collection, analysis, reporting, and performance indicators.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze, integrate, and coordinate perioperative quality and safety projects.
  • Develop methods and ensure appropriate design for division-wide improvements.
  • Design training and deliver information related to projects.
  • Coach staff in analytical tools and change management to implement recommendations.

Skills

Analytical thinking
Project management
Clinical judgement
Data analysis
Change management
Team leadership
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field
Valid California RN License
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality
Master's degree in related field

Tools

Quality data management software
Electronic health records (EHR) systems

Job description

UC Davis Health is seeking a Quality & Safety Nurse Analyst to integrate patient advocacy with data collection, analysis, and quality improvement efforts in Perioperative Services. You will lead performance improvement activities, ensure timely delivery, and collaborate with division leadership to implement changes that improve patient outcomes and safety.

The role requires autonomous project management, strong clinical judgment, and expertise in QA methodologies.

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