Quality Improvement Auditor Nurse Hospice Part Time Days

Northwestern Medicine; Lemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

Matching 401(k)

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off and Holiday pay

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Quality Improvement Auditor - Home Health Care to review clinical documentation, perform audits, and support OBQI/PI/CQI initiatives. You will analyze data, identify gaps, and collaborate with QI leaders to drive improvements in documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Role spans 20 hours/week with daytime shifts; training in person then remote work. Requires IL RN license, at least 2 years in home health, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Holds current licensure in the State of Illinois as a Registered Nurse.
• Has a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in home health care.
• Has a working knowledge of Medicare, IDPH and JCAHO rules and regulations relevant to home care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs concurrent and discharge clinical record audits for quality standards, completeness, accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement relating to documentation and follow through with patient care.
• Assists in resolving documentation issues/chart deficiencies through the development of inservice/education programs in collaboration with the QI Coordinator, Managers, Supervisors, and Program Development RN.
• Participates in data collection and analysis for the purpose of monitoring and evaluating organizational performance.
• Participates in establishing and monitoring performance improvement measures related to outcome analysis.
• Serves as a member of the QI committee.
• Performs other and related duties as directed.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Illinois RN license

Job description

The salary range for this position is $38.50 - $61.60 (Hourly Rate).

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you’ll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you’ve been, and we support where you’re headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

20 Hours/Week - Days

3 days one week and 2 days the other week

Training will be in person and then the position will be fully remote.

The Quality Improvement Auditor - HHC reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsible for review of clinical record documentation at various points in time to ensure completeness and accuracy. Performs data collection and analysis activities as directed by the QI Supervisor. Participates in all OBQI / PI / CQI activities as directed by the QI Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Performs concurrent and discharge clinical record audits for quality standards, completeness, accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement relating to documentation and follow through with patient care.
• Assists in resolving documentation issues/chart deficiencies through the development of inservice/education programs in collaboration with the QI Coordinator, Managers, Supervisors, and Program Development RN.
• Participates in data collection and analysis for the purpose of monitoring and evaluating organizational performance. Includes data from internal and external sources.
• Participates in establishing and monitoring performance improvement measures related to outcome analysis.
• Serves as a member of the QI committee. Participates in preparation of quarterly and annually reports related to OBQI / PI / CQI activities.
• Participates in tracking and ongoing monitoring of time sensitive documentation including physician orders and OASIS assessments.
• Remains current and knowledgeable regarding regulatory compliance issues.
• Facilitates, leads and/or participates in Process Improvement Teams as directed.
• Demonstrates ability to care for patients with understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process.
• Adheres to PCH Home Health Care policies regarding all aspects of HIPAA Privacy and Confidentiality Rules, dress code and attendance.
• Adheres to all PCH and PCH Home Health Care policies.
• Performs other and related duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Holds current licensure in the State of Illinois as a Registered Nurse.
• Has a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in home health care.
• Has a working knowledge of Medicare, IDPH and JCAHO rules and regulations relevant to home care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

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Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign‑on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.