Regulatory Affairs Coordinator (RN) WMCG Augusta Georgia

American Geriatrics Society; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in the United States is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Program Coordinator (RN) to support the Manager of Regulatory Affairs in readiness and accreditation activities, including mock surveys. This role coordinates tracers and collects/analyzes findings to aid leaders and clinicians in improving compliance.

You will interpret CMS and Joint Commission requirements, develop education on licensure trends, and collaborate with hospital leaders to mitigate accreditation risks and

Qualifications

• RN licensure required; nursing degree preferred.
• CPHQ certification preferred.
• Experience in regulatory compliance and accreditation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CMS/Joint Commission readiness activities and mock surveys.
• Develop tracers, collect data, analyze findings, and report results.
• Advise leaders, physicians, and staff to mitigate accreditation risks.
• Support education on licensure, accreditation trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with corrective action plans and document submissions for accreditation.

Skills

2+ years acute care RN

5+ years acute care RN

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Data Abstraction

Data Management

Education

Associates Nursing

Bachelor's Nursing

RN-Compact

RN - Reg Nurse (Single State)

CPHQ Preferred

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Various (United States of America)

Job Summary

The Regulatory Affairs Program Coordinator (RN) supports the Manager of Regulatory Affairs in various continual readiness and accreditation/regulatory compliance activities, including assisting with mock surveys. This position is responsible for the coordination of self‑tracers, and for conducting process tracers including developing tracers, collecting, analyzing, and reporting tracer findings. This Coordinator uses their clinical expertise to advise and successfully collaborate with various levels of personnel including leaders, physicians, and team members.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Maintains current knowledge of requirements related to CMS Conditions of Participation, The Joint Commission, the Georgia Department of Public Health, and other governing bodies. Interprets regulations, licensure standards, and accreditation standards with an emphasis on the hospital, laboratory, and ambulatory care expectations. Develops and delivers education regarding internally and externally driven trends in healthcare licensure, accreditation, and regulatory compliance. Assists managers and staff with workflow development, policy and procedure review/revision, mock survey assessments, and continuing education. Works in conjunction with the Manager as well as hospital and clinic leaders, medical staff, and allied health staff to identify, prioritize and mitigate accreditation and regulatory compliance risks and opportunities. Partners with operational leaders and departments to develop corrective action plans and to track the success of corrective action plans. Uses clinical expertise to conduct tracers and audits of documentation and processes. Assists clinicians in improving processes and compliance to regulatory standards. Gathers and submits necessary documents to support the maintenance of and changes to accreditation application. Provides support to Manager and Director during pre‑survey preparation, on‑site survey, and post‑survey follow‑up activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

• Associates Nursing or Bachelors Nursing-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• RN-Compact or RN - Reg Nurse (Single State)

Additional License(s) and Certification(s)

CPHQ Preferred.

Required Minimum Experience

Minimum 2 years Acute care setting as a clinician/registered nurse. Required or Minimum 5 years Acute care setting as a clinician/registered nurse. Preferred

Required Minimum Skills

Computer skills required to include Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Data Abstraction and Management. High