Merit Health
Job Summary
The Quality Coordinator - RN plans, coordinates, and implements quality management programs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and the delivery of high-quality patient care. This role involves collecting, analyzing, and reporting performance data, collaborating with medical staff, and facilitating process improvements to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The Quality Coordinator supports accreditation efforts and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions
Develop and implement quality management strategies, including data collection, analysis, and performance monitoring, to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Conduct medical record reviews to evaluate patient care and identify opportunities for improvement, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate quality improvement initiatives, providing guidance and education on best practices and standards of care.
Abstract core measure data and enter it accurately into hospital, corporate, and state databases, ensuring timely submission of quality reports.
Communicate effectively with peers, healthcare staff, and leadership, providing regular updates on quality measures, compliance, and performance metrics.
Support the development and maintenance of quality-related policies and procedures, ensuring they align with regulatory requirements and reflect current clinical standards.
Assist in preparing data for presentations and reports, correlating information to support decision‑making and strategic planning.
Participate in the development and implementation of process improvements, contributing to a culture of continuous quality enhancement and patient safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
2–4 years of experience in quality management, performance improvement, or a similar role in a healthcare setting (preferred).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong understanding of healthcare quality measures, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
Excellent analytical skills for data collection, interpretation, and reporting to support quality initiatives.
Effective communication skills for interacting with healthcare teams, leadership, and external stakeholders.
Ability to adapt to change, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of quality and safety.
Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and quality reporting tools.
Licenses and Certifications
RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required.
CPHQ – Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (preferred).
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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Essential Functions
Develop and implement quality management strategies, including data collection, analysis, and performance monitoring, to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Conduct medical record reviews to evaluate patient care and identify opportunities for improvement, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate quality improvement initiatives, providing guidance and education on best practices and standards of care.
Abstract core measure data and enter it accurately into hospital, corporate, and state databases, ensuring timely submission of quality reports.
Communicate effectively with peers, healthcare staff, and leadership, providing regular updates on quality measures, compliance, and performance metrics.
Support the development and maintenance of quality-related policies and procedures, ensuring they align with regulatory requirements and reflect current clinical standards.
Assist in preparing data for presentations and reports, correlating information to support decision‑making and strategic planning.
Participate in the development and implementation of process improvements, contributing to a culture of continuous quality enhancement and patient safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
2–4 years of experience in quality management, performance improvement, or a similar role in a healthcare setting (preferred).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong understanding of healthcare quality measures, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
Excellent analytical skills for data collection, interpretation, and reporting to support quality initiatives.
Effective communication skills for interacting with healthcare teams, leadership, and external stakeholders.
Ability to adapt to change, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of quality and safety.
Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and quality reporting tools.
Licenses and Certifications
RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required.
CPHQ – Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (preferred).
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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