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Kindred · 1 month ago

Director of Quality Management Full Time

Webster, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

3+ years exp

ScionHealth is committed to empowering caregivers and fostering a culture of care. The Director of Quality Management is responsible for planning and implementing performance improvement programs in the hospital, facilitating CQI activities, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Health CareHospitalRehabilitationTherapeutics

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning and implementing the performance improvement program to meet the needs of the hospital

Facilitates performance improvement and CQI activities throughout the hospital through effective organizational skills and ongoing interaction with clinical chairpersons, nurse managers, ancillary department managers, administrative team, and Governing Body to facilitate the hospital-wide Performance Improvement program

Maintains awareness of changes in the regulations and requirements by accrediting bodies and current methodology and practices

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly

Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, CCO and administrative team

Uses database systems to document occurrences, medical staff review functions, committee review and actions

Compiles reports for committees and administrative team

Oversees preparation for review by regulatory agencies, educates and assists department managers to maintain appropriate policies and procedures to fulfill requirements and regulations

Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments

Consults with other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities

Participates in risk management and safety activities

Provides support and assistance to medical staff officers, committee chairpersons and Governing Body, as required

Serves as the primary liaison to the Regional Compliance Director, acting as the main point of contact for workforce members with compliance-related questions or concerns

Escalates compliance issues promptly to the Regional Compliance Director for review and guidance

Meets regularly with the Regional Compliance Director to discuss compliance concerns, trends, and areas for improvement

Prepares and submits quarterly compliance reports to facility leadership and the Regional Compliance Director for awareness, findings, and potential trends in the facility

Qualification

Quality ManagementRisk ManagementHealthcare RegulationsCPHQ CertificationRegistered Nurse LicenseMicrosoft OfficeCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingTime ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Required

Degree in a healthcare related field

Minimum three years' experience in Quality and/or Risk Management in a hospital setting

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, word-processing and spreadsheet software

Knowledge of current state, federal and local laws and regulations governing employee healthcare needs

Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements

Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, appropriate prioritization and time management skills

Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations

Ability to spend a limited amount of time on travel required

Must have good and regular attendance

Must read, write and speak fluent English

Preferred

Degree in nursing is preferred

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state preferred

Certified Professional Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) certification preferred

Company

Kindred

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Kindred’s mission is to help our patients reach their highest potential for health and healing with intensive medical and rehabilitative care through a compassionate patient experience.

Founded in 2021

Louisville, Kentucky, USA

10001+ employees