RN Quality Coordinator

Why Merit Health

Choosing a career is about more than finding a job its about joining a team where you are respected valued and supported. At Merit Health your work has a meaningful impact your contributions are recognized and your professional growth is encouraged.

Our team members are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and making a difference in the communities we return we offer a supportive work environment opportunities for career advancement and a competitive benefits package that may include:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off for vacation holidays and illness
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical dental vision and prescription coverage)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Education assistance and student loan support
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Join a Team That Cares

Across our Merit Health facilities we are committed to creating a culture where employees can thrive while delivering quality care close to home. Whether youre just starting your career or bringing years of experience youll find opportunities to grow make an impact and be part of a team that values compassion collaboration and excellence.

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

• Develops and implements quality management strategies including data collection analysis and performance monitoring to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Conducts medical record reviews to evaluate patient care and identify opportunities for improvement maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborates with healthcare teams to coordinate quality improvement initiatives providing guidance and education on best practices and standards of care.
• Abstracts core measure data and enters it accurately into hospital corporate and state databases ensuring timely submission of quality reports.
• Communicates effectively with peers healthcare staff and leadership providing regular updates on quality measures compliance and performance metrics.
• Supports the development and maintenance of quality-related policies and procedures ensuring they align with regulatory requirements and reflect current clinical standards.
• Assists in preparing data for presentations and reports correlating information to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Participates in the development and implementation of process improvements contributing to a culture of continuous quality enhancement and patient safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies 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

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

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