RN Performance Improvement Specialist

Ochsner Health; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks aClinical Quality Analyst to collaborate with department managers to analyze clinical quality issues and drive performance improvement. You will support accreditation processes and Joint Commission readiness while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and continuous quality improvement.

The role requires RN licensure with a BSN preferred, 3+ years in acute care quality or similar, and strong communication and data-analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accrediting standards.
• General knowledge of quality management and continuous quality improvement.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts report analysis on occurrences, outcomes and other indicators.
• Participates in committees to provide data analysis and direction for performance improvement initiatives.
• Provides education related to performance improvement, clinical patient safety, and statistical analysis.
• Ensures Joint Commission readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participates in risk management by identifying and addressing clinical issues.
• Adapts communication to different patient populations and ensures privacy norms.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Clinical quality

Data analysis

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks aClinical Quality Analyst to collaborate with department managers to analyze clinical quality issues and drive performance improvement. You will support accreditation processes and Joint Commission readiness while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and continuous quality improvement.

The role requires RN licensure with a BSN preferred, 3+ years in acute care quality or similar, and strong communication and data-analysis skills.