Stryker Corporation
RN Performance Improvement Coordinator
Stryker Corporation, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
RN Performance Improvement Coordinator
Overview This job collaborates with department managers and committees in the identification, trending, and analysis of clinical quality issues and facilitates resolution in a collaborative fashion. Plays a key role in accreditation and survey processes within the organization as well as the Advanced Certification Specialty programs, where applicable. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Education Required: Registered nurse diploma. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing. Work Experience Required: 3 years of experience as a professional nurse in an acute care setting. Preferred: 5 years of experience as a professional nurse in an acute care setting. Certifications Required: Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Knowledge of regulatory and accrediting standards. General knowledge of quality management and continuous quality improvement. Ability to work a flexible work schedule (24/7 availability, weekends, holidays, on-call availability) and travel between facilities. Job Duties Conducts report analysis on occurrences, outcomes, and other indicators. Participates in committees and councils to provide data analysis, trended reports, and direction for performance improvement initiatives. Provides education to the organization on performance improvement, patient safety, and statistical analysis. Acts as a resource to the organization for all regulatory requirements, including conducting regularly scheduled Joint Commission Mock Surveys and facilitating organizational continued Joint Commission readiness. Participates in risk management through identification, trending, and follow-up of clinical issues. Adapts behavior to specific patient populations, including respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. The note clarifies that some jobs may be rated Light Work when they involve significant walking or standing, or other production-rate demands. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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Overview This job collaborates with department managers and committees in the identification, trending, and analysis of clinical quality issues and facilitates resolution in a collaborative fashion. Plays a key role in accreditation and survey processes within the organization as well as the Advanced Certification Specialty programs, where applicable. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Education Required: Registered nurse diploma. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing. Work Experience Required: 3 years of experience as a professional nurse in an acute care setting. Preferred: 5 years of experience as a professional nurse in an acute care setting. Certifications Required: Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Knowledge of regulatory and accrediting standards. General knowledge of quality management and continuous quality improvement. Ability to work a flexible work schedule (24/7 availability, weekends, holidays, on-call availability) and travel between facilities. Job Duties Conducts report analysis on occurrences, outcomes, and other indicators. Participates in committees and councils to provide data analysis, trended reports, and direction for performance improvement initiatives. Provides education to the organization on performance improvement, patient safety, and statistical analysis. Acts as a resource to the organization for all regulatory requirements, including conducting regularly scheduled Joint Commission Mock Surveys and facilitating organizational continued Joint Commission readiness. Participates in risk management through identification, trending, and follow-up of clinical issues. Adapts behavior to specific patient populations, including respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. The note clarifies that some jobs may be rated Light Work when they involve significant walking or standing, or other production-rate demands. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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