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Advocate Aurora Health

Performance Improvement Coordinator I AHN

Advocate Aurora Health, Macon, Georgia, us, 31297

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Overview Department:

10921 Enterprise Corporate - Quality Georgia Area

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

0830 to 5:00 p.m. Onsite position. Monday through Friday.

Pay Range:

$32.45 - $56.25

Major Responsibilities

Proficiently facilitates performance improvement efforts and coaches others in the development of performance improvement initiatives.

Maintains competence in applicable licensure, certification, accreditation, and other regulatory body requirements.

Coordinates department and facility Quality Management System (QMS) Oversight Committee meetings, analyzes trends of performance metrics/business unit level dashboards, identifies opportunities for improvement, develops and maintains management actions plans, measures success of these action plans, creates the records, and follow-up metrics for each meeting and activity; reassesses approach to maximize success.

Provides consultation to teammates and leadership in areas of quality, compliance, accreditation, and safety.

Facilitates assessments, develops, implements, and evaluates corrective actions plans based on past surveys and internal audits activities.

Develops strategies for improvement that include consideration for leading practice research, best practices and standard of care, and shares implementation results across the organization.

Utilizes facilitation skills, data analysis and statistical process control to effect improvement in quality and clinical outcome.

Consults with and trains staff to implement monitoring and measurement tools, and data analysis techniques.

Provides education and training on performance improvement and patient safety.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses that ability to respond to age specific issues and data reflective of the patient’s status.

Knowledge of and supports population specific databases to drive improvement in outcomes. (i.e., VON, Peds. NSQIP, etc.,).

Supports other projects and initiatives as assigned.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required Certification in Healthcare Quality, Patient Safety or related Accreditation entity recommended.

Education Required Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or healthcare related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred

Experience Required Four (4) to Six (6) years’ experience in healthcare or directly related field and two (2) to four (4) years’ leadership experience preferred. Intermediate to advanced computer skills with demonstration of skill and competence in use of all Microsoft Office applications preferred. Previous experience or knowledge of improvement science.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required NA

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Works in an office environment which requires walking, standing, and long periods of sitting and computer use.

Occasionally requires carrying up to twenty-five (25) pounds of materials (files, projectors, laptop, etc.).

Travels to AHN Facilities in personal vehicle as needed.

Must have a current Ga. Driver’s License.

Requires the ability to work rapidly and accurately under pressure, to work in a safe and effective manner, and to handle different issues and priorities simultaneously.

Can clearly communicate verbally, in person, and in writing with patients, families, agencies, and the healthcare team.

Must possess a strong sense of urgency and make sound decision within limited time element.

Carries out responsibilities in a professional manner always, as well as possesses ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other teammates on an individual and team basis.

Our Commitments to You Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

Incentive pay for select positions

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health Advocate Health is a nonprofit, integrated health system. It operates under the names Advocate Health Care, Atrium Health, and Aurora Health Care in various regions and is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. It employs a large workforce and supports extensive research and education programs.

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