Quality & Patient Safety Coordinator

Ascension; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Optional legal insurance

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton, WI seeks an experienced RN for the Quality Department on days, full-time. You will support readiness, safety initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration to improve patient outcomes.

Minimum three years of clinical experience, Wisconsin RN license, and graduation from an accredited nursing program are required. Typical schedule is Monday–Friday with some flexibility; competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from Wisconsin or multi-state compact.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Minimum three years of clinical experience in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Culture of Readiness by coordinating continuous compliance and safety programs for gold-standard care.
• Lead Multidisciplinary Collaboration to identify bottlenecks and implement service improvements.
• Champion Patient Safety Initiatives by translating standards into risk-reduction actions.
• Transform Data into Insight by analyzing metrics to guide executive decisions.

Skills

RN Licensure

Clinical experience

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Appleton, WI

Facility: Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital

Department: Quality

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Drive a Culture of Readiness by coordinating continuous compliance and safety programs that ensure the facility remains a gold standard for care and regulatory excellence.
• Lead Multidisciplinary Collaboration to identify operational bottlenecks and implement innovative service improvements that enhance both team efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Champion Patient Safety Initiatives by translating complex standards into actionable risk-reduction strategies that protect our patients and clinical staff.
• Transform Data into Insight by analyzing diverse clinical and financial metrics to produce meaningful reports that guide executive decision-making and service-line growth.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the state of Wisconsin or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing required.

Work Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience in the field of the primary work required.

What Additional Preferences We’re Seeking

• Monday- Friday days with some flexibility between 7:30 and 5:30

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.