Quality Nurse - RN (Northern Illinois) (83089)

Centurion Health; Joliet, Springfield (IL, IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, disability and

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Full-Time CQI Specialist to join our Regional Office team from Joliet, IL. This remote/traveling role requires residence in Northern Illinois with visits to sites 2-4 days per week and occasional Springfield travel.

The position focuses on developing and implementing the CQI program in compliance with federal/state laws, accreditation standards and contractual requirements, while supporting quality improvement initiatives across sites.

Qualifications

• RN license or Bachelor's degree in a clinical or allied health field from an accredited institution required
• CPHQ certification preferred
• Minimum of two years of experience in health information, quality, utilization or risk management
• Minimum of two years of experience in Quality Assurance/ Continuous Quality Improvement preferred
• Knowledge of statistics, data collection, analysis and data presentation
• Skilled in use of computer software for maintaining statistics and developing reports
• Excellent problem solving and writing skills
• Experience in a correctional setting preferred
• Must be CPR certified
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, including drug screen and background check

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program.
• Ensure CQI activities align with company mission, goals, laws and accreditation standards.
• Coordinate CQI efforts with regional sites and visits as needed.
• Travel to Springfield for regional meetings and for visits (2-4 days/week).
• Support data collection, reporting and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Statistics

Data analysis

Quality Improvement

Writing skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

RN license

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Joliet Treatment Center - Joliet, IL 60436

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Administrative & Clerical

Salary up to $100k (depending on experience)

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to the Illinois Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a Full-time CQI Specialist to join our Regional Office team. This is a remote/traveling position. Candidates must reside in Northern Illinois and live a commutable distance to our sites for visits as needed (approximately 2-4 days/week). Occasional travel to Springfield, IL for regional meetings is also required.

Based out of the regional office, the Statewide CQI Specialist develops and implements the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program in accordance with the mission and strategic goals of the company, federal and state laws and regulations, accreditation standards and specific contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a RN or Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in a clinical or allied health field from an accredited institution required
• Certification as a Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred
• Minimum of two years of experience in health information, quality, utilization or risk management
• Minimum of two years of experience in Quality Assurance/ Continuous Quality Improvement preferred
• Knowledge of statistics, data collection, analysis and data presentation
• Skilled in use of computer software for maintaining statistics and developing reports
• Excellent problem solving and writing skills
• Experience in a correctional setting preferred
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...