Gilchrist
System Vice President of Quality and Patient Care
Gilchrist, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Job Opportunity At GBMC Hospital
Reporting to the President & CEO, oversees all daily activities of Performance Improvement and Patient Safety programs; is responsible for implementing policies and procedures as required by the programs; is responsible for implementing policies and procedures as required by the Medical Center or external organizations related to Performance Improvement and Safety. Education
Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related discipline required. Master's degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Public Health, or other related field required. Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) required or obtained within 18 months of hire. Experience
At least five to ten years in healthcare leadership roles with demonstrated experience in quality management, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. Clinical chart review and abstraction experience preferred. Management experience required. Joint Commission knowledge and experience required. Skills
Knowledge of State, Federal, and TJC requirements. Computer and Internet skills and experience requiredfamiliarity and comfort with MS Office products is essential for success in this position (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and access). Analytical skills necessary to assess and correlate Performance Improvement data. Seeks opportunities to be present, visible, & approachable in the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with medical staff, nursing staff and other hospital personnel. Licensures, Certifications
Current State of Maryland license as a Registered Nurse, or other licensed clinician. Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) required or obtained within 18 months of hire. Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive quality and patient safety strategy aligned with the health system's overall goals and regulatory requirements. Foster a culture of safety, high reliability, and Zero Harm. Incorporate patient and family perspectives into quality and safety initiatives. Quality & Safety Oversight: Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and accreditation requirements. Identifies Sentinel Events and coordinates Root Cause Analysis. Implement evidence-based patient safety practices. Performance Improvement: Direct the collection, analysis, and dissemination of quality and safety data. Prepares reports on Quality Assurance variations. Works with the medical staff, nursing, other departments, and Quality Assurance Nurses. Collates trends and analyzes all Quality Assurance data. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of hospital and nursing policies. Conducts patient safety rounds. Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration: Open, transparent, & strategic communication. Serve as a liaison between executive leadership and clinical teams. Develops and maintains effective relationships. Provides education to all staff. Assists Risk Manager when requested. Department Leadership: Lead and mentor a team. Interviews, hires, orients, trains, and evaluates the performance. Promote a positive work environment. Performs other related duties. Participates as a member in ad hoc study groups. Physical Requirements
Normal data abstraction/office environment. Working Conditions
Normal office work environment. GBMC Values
Value Description
Respect: Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy. Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities. Excellence: Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations. Actively pursues learning and self-development. Pays attention to detail; follows through. Accountability: Sets a positive, professional example for others. Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them. Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties. Reports to work regularly and on time. Teamwork: Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team. Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way. Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions. Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others. Ethical Behavior: Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment. Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers. Results: Embraces change and improvement in the work environment. Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services. Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles. Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently. Pay Range: $1,000.00 - $800,000.00. Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. COVID-19 Vaccination: All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners. Equal Employment Opportunity: GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Reporting to the President & CEO, oversees all daily activities of Performance Improvement and Patient Safety programs; is responsible for implementing policies and procedures as required by the programs; is responsible for implementing policies and procedures as required by the Medical Center or external organizations related to Performance Improvement and Safety. Education
Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related discipline required. Master's degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Public Health, or other related field required. Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) required or obtained within 18 months of hire. Experience
At least five to ten years in healthcare leadership roles with demonstrated experience in quality management, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. Clinical chart review and abstraction experience preferred. Management experience required. Joint Commission knowledge and experience required. Skills
Knowledge of State, Federal, and TJC requirements. Computer and Internet skills and experience requiredfamiliarity and comfort with MS Office products is essential for success in this position (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and access). Analytical skills necessary to assess and correlate Performance Improvement data. Seeks opportunities to be present, visible, & approachable in the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with medical staff, nursing staff and other hospital personnel. Licensures, Certifications
Current State of Maryland license as a Registered Nurse, or other licensed clinician. Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) required or obtained within 18 months of hire. Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive quality and patient safety strategy aligned with the health system's overall goals and regulatory requirements. Foster a culture of safety, high reliability, and Zero Harm. Incorporate patient and family perspectives into quality and safety initiatives. Quality & Safety Oversight: Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and accreditation requirements. Identifies Sentinel Events and coordinates Root Cause Analysis. Implement evidence-based patient safety practices. Performance Improvement: Direct the collection, analysis, and dissemination of quality and safety data. Prepares reports on Quality Assurance variations. Works with the medical staff, nursing, other departments, and Quality Assurance Nurses. Collates trends and analyzes all Quality Assurance data. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of hospital and nursing policies. Conducts patient safety rounds. Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration: Open, transparent, & strategic communication. Serve as a liaison between executive leadership and clinical teams. Develops and maintains effective relationships. Provides education to all staff. Assists Risk Manager when requested. Department Leadership: Lead and mentor a team. Interviews, hires, orients, trains, and evaluates the performance. Promote a positive work environment. Performs other related duties. Participates as a member in ad hoc study groups. Physical Requirements
Normal data abstraction/office environment. Working Conditions
Normal office work environment. GBMC Values
Value Description
Respect: Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy. Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities. Excellence: Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations. Actively pursues learning and self-development. Pays attention to detail; follows through. Accountability: Sets a positive, professional example for others. Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them. Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties. Reports to work regularly and on time. Teamwork: Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team. Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way. Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions. Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others. Ethical Behavior: Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment. Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers. Results: Embraces change and improvement in the work environment. Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services. Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles. Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently. Pay Range: $1,000.00 - $800,000.00. Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. COVID-19 Vaccination: All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners. Equal Employment Opportunity: GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.