RN: Hospice QA & Performance Improvement Leader

NorthStar Home Hospice; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

NorthStar Home Hospice LLC is seeking a dedicated Hospice Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement professional to join our Cincinnati care team, focusing on regulatory compliance and clinical excellence in end-of-life care.

You will lead the QAPI program, analyze clinical and operational data, conduct audits, and collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to drive performance improvements and ensure CMS Conditions of Participation are met.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Ohio required.
• Experience in hospice, home health, or palliative care QA or compliance.
• Knowledge of CMS hospice CoP and QAPI regulations.
• Experience with clinical auditing and data analysis.
• Strong organizational, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency with EHR and quality reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the QAPI program in compliance with hospice regulations and standards
• Monitor and analyze clinical and operational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
• Lead performance improvement initiatives and coordinate interdisciplinary team involvement in quality projects
• Conduct audits of clinical documentation, patient records, and care plans to ensure regulatory compliance
• Prepare and present quality reports and metrics to leadership and clinical staff
• Ensure adherence to CMS Conditions of Participation and state hospice regulations
• Collaborate with clinical staff to develop and deliver education related to quality standards and best practices

Skills

CMS hospice CoP knowledge

QAPI regulations

Data analysis

Performance improvement

EHR proficiency

Communication skills

Education

RN licensure Ohio

Tools

Quality reporting tools

Job description

NorthStar Home Hospice LLC is seeking a dedicated Hospice Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement professional to join our Cincinnati care team, focusing on regulatory compliance and clinical excellence in end-of-life care.

You will lead the QAPI program, analyze clinical and operational data, conduct audits, and collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to drive performance improvements and ensure CMS Conditions of Participation are met.