Quality Control Nurse

Witt/Kieffer; Gaffney, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Maternity Leave

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Life Insurance

Job summary

Witt/Kieffer is seeking an RN Quality Assurance Nurse for a skilled nursing facility in South Carolina. The role leads the facility’s Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, focusing on regulatory compliance and clinical performance improvement to promote resident safety and quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license, with experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care, knowledge of QA/QAPI, CMS regulations, and data-driven improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered RN license in this state.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care preferred.
• Knowledge of QA and QAPI programs.
• Strong understanding of CMS regulations and state survey processes.
• Experience with clinical audits, data tracking, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the facility’s QAPI program.
• Monitor, track, and trend clinical quality indicators (falls, pressure injuries, infections, rehospitalizations, etc.).
• Conduct routine chart audits and compliance reviews.
• Analyze data and develop corrective action plans.
• Prepare for and participate in state and federal surveys.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to drive performance improvement.
• Provide education and coaching to clinical staff on quality initiatives.

Skills

RN license

QA knowledge

CMS regulations

Data tracking

Leadership

Job description

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Our Benefits Include

• Paid Maternity Leave*
• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Health Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Life Insurance*
• And Much, Much More!

Key Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in this state
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care preferred
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance (QA) and QAPI programs
• Strong understanding of CMS regulations and state survey processes
• Experience with clinical audits, data tracking, and performance improvement initiatives
• Strong analytical and leadership skills

Position Summary

The RN Quality Assurance Nurse is responsible for leading and overseeing the facility’s Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. This role focuses on regulatory compliance, clinical performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives to promote resident safety and quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the facility’s QAPI program
• Monitor, track, and trend clinical quality indicators (falls, pressure injuries, infections, rehospitalizations, etc.)
• Conduct routine chart audits and compliance reviews
• Analyze data and develop corrective action plans
• Prepare for and participate in state and federal surveys
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory standards
• Collaborate with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to drive performance improvement
• Provide education and coaching to clinical staff on quality initiatives

Position Requirements

Shift Days

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Full-Time \ Part-Time \ PRN Full-Time

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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