RN Accreditation Coordinator – Quality & Compliance Lead

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: 26 days annual leave +

Sick leave 13 days

Job summary

The Accreditation Coordinator RN position within the Quality Management Service at the Veterans Health Administration requires leadership in accreditation readiness, coordinating activities with affected units, and acting as the technical advisor on accreditation standards. The role emphasizes preparation for surveys, issue briefs, and action items across facilities.

Preferred qualifications include an RN license in good standing and experience with accreditation programs, along with strong

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required by policy
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a US state or territory
• Foreign nursing education may require degree equivalency validation
• State licensure is required for appointment in nursing roles

Responsibilities

• Coordinate accreditation activities across the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System
• Serve as technical advisor on accreditation matters and continuous readiness
• Lead and participate in accreditation surveys, preparation, and response actions
• Develop and coordinate internal review systems including tracers, audits, and mock surveys

Skills

English language proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

RN license (US)

Job description

The Accreditation Coordinator RN position within the Quality Management Service at the Veterans Health Administration requires leadership in accreditation readiness, coordinating activities with affected units, and acting as the technical advisor on accreditation standards. The role emphasizes preparation for surveys, issue briefs, and action items across facilities.

Preferred qualifications include an RN license in good standing and experience with accreditation programs, along with strong