RN-Quality Clinical Excellence Specialist

Right Hire Consulting LLC; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN Quality Clinical Excellence Specialist to enhance patient outcomes through quality improvement initiatives and compliance with clinical standards. This role is pivotal in managing disease-specific certifications, particularly in Heart Failure and Stroke care. The ideal candidate will collaborate with clinical teams to drive performance improvements, facilitate staff education, and engage with the community to promote awareness. If you are passionate about clinical excellence and have a strong background in nursing, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Current RN license and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing are essential.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in cardiovascular care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities for Heart Failure and Stroke certifications.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and maintain accreditation standards.

Skills

Clinical Nursing Experience

Quality Improvement

Data Collection and Analysis

Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)

Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

RN-Quality Clinical Excellence Specialist

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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented RN Quality Clinical Excellence Specialist to join our healthcare team. This role is essential in coordinating efforts related to disease-specific certifications and ensuring compliance with clinical excellence standards, particularly in Heart Failure (HF) and Stroke care. The ideal candidate will play a key role in quality improvement initiatives, accreditation readiness, and clinical staff education to drive superior patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Certification Management:
   • Coordinate activities, metrics, and standard compliance related to Heart Failure and Stroke Disease Specific Care Certifications.
   • Lead and support accreditation and re-certification efforts to maintain recognition of clinical excellence.
2. Quality Improvement (QI) Initiatives:
   • Collect, analyze, and present QI data including Core Measures, medical staff quality data, occurrence and complaint data, and peer review metrics.
   • Serve as a QI leader, collaborating across departments and QA teams to drive performance improvement efforts.
3. Performance & Compliance Leadership:
   • Facilitate hospital-wide compliance with accreditation and certification standards.
   • Lead performance improvement teams focused on disease-specific care.
4. Education & Staff Support:
   • Serve as a resource for hospital leadership and staff regarding HF and Stroke care standards.
   • Provide staff education and lead orientation sessions for new employees.
   • Support clinical team rounding with expertise in quality and certification practices.
5. Survey & Accreditation Preparation:
   • Lead hospital accreditation survey activities and ensure continuous readiness.
6. Community Engagement:
   • Develop and lead community outreach programs related to Heart Failure and Stroke awareness and prevention.
7. Clinical Excellence Advocacy:
   • Demonstrate problem-solving skills and implement process improvements to enhance patient care.

Qualifications:

• Current RN license (State of [Insert State])
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN); MSN preferred
• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in cardiovascular or stroke care
• Experience in quality improvement, clinical documentation, or accreditation
• Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Strong communication, education, and teamwork skills
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards, Core Measures, and Disease-Specific Certifications is preferred

Must-Haves:

• RN licensure
• Bachelor's degree
• 2-3 years clinical hospital experience

Nice-To-Haves:

• Certification as Heart Failure Nurse
• Subject Matter Expert in clinical practice guidelines and evidence-based practices for stroke, heart failure, and chest pain

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services