Health First · 3 months ago
System VP Quality & Regulatory Compliance
Melbourne, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expHealth First is an Integrated Delivery Network focused on providing safe, effective, and patient-centered care. The System Vice President of Quality and Regulatory Compliance leads the strategic direction and oversight of quality improvement and regulatory compliance, ensuring clinical excellence across the organization.
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Responsibilities
Develops and executes system wide quality, infection prevention and regulatory compliance strategies across the system
Aligns initiatives with the mission, vision and regulatory requirements of the organization
Oversees performance improvement programs and clinical quality metrics across the organization, promoting a culture of safety and zero harm
Ensures compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and other accrediting bodies
Directly oversees the submission, monitoring, and strategic planning for national publicly reported ratings to ensure accurate representation of performance (CMS 5-Star, Leapfrog, National clinical registries, etc.)
Leads preparation for regulatory readiness, including audits and surveys
Collaborates with division leadership to implement strategic initiatives to meet organizational goals
Partners with clinical leaders, medical staff leadership, physicians and front-line staff, to design and implement training on quality improvement and patient safety best practices
Works with the Chief Quality Officer (CQO), Chief Nurse Executive (CNE) and Vice President Patient Safety and Clinical Risk Management to align the work of all quality areas across the organization to achieve results
Advises and collaborates physician leaders such as campus Chief Medical Officer’s (CMO’s), Medical Directors, elected medical staff and program directors to achieve organizational goals
Holds direct and matrix leaders accountable for the execution to achieve clinical excellence and organizational goals
Supports and partners with clinical risk management, patient safety and emergency preparedness safety to achieve organizational goals for the delivery of safe, effective care
Define and communicate a clear, compelling vision for the team that effectively ties into the mission and vision of Health First and inspire the team to achieve that vision
Provide leadership, motivation, coaching, feedback and support to foster and strengthen growth and development of an effective, high performing team
Lead change through effective communication, explaining the connection and value to the organization, creating stronger buy-in and urgency, while understanding impact to the team to obtain commitment
Demonstrate openness to hearing diverse ideas and thoughts; create a sense of inclusivity; and encourage collaboration across teams to help break down silos to meet the team’s and organization’s goals
Recruit, select, grow, and retain highly engaged, high performing diverse and inclusive associates
Display strong strategic and financial acumen in areas of responsibility in alignment with the organization's strategic objectives
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Nursing (MSN), Public Health (MPH), or a relevant field
Ten (10) years' experience in healthcare leadership
Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Florida or endorsement
Ability to develop and implement short- and long-term strategies that align departmental goals with organizational priorities
Skilled in interpreting, analyzing, and leveraging data to inform decision-making, monitor outcomes, and drive continuous improvement
Strong understanding of applicable healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance requirements, with the ability to apply them to daily operations and strategic initiatives
Demonstrated ability to lead, collaborate, and build consensus across diverse professional teams, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to associates, leaders, physicians, and external stakeholders
Preferred
Five (5) years' experience in quality and patient safety
Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS)
Company
Health First
Health First provides medical equipment, health care, and insurance services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Frank Letherby
CEO Community Health Services
Kent Smith
Chair, Interim President & CEO
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