Employment Type:

Full time

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Description:

Why Mount Carmel?

               

With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing. 

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee recognition incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement
• Relocation assistance (geographic restrictions apply)
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!

Why Columbus?

The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com!

The Quality Improvement Specialist effectively leads quality and safety improvement efforts to implement evidence-based care models to improve patient outcomes. Scope includes Mount Carmel owned but not affiliated facilities. This position will support our Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

• This position is a hybrid position. On-site time 60% or more weekly.
• Responsibility includes Quality activities at all Mount Carmel locations.
• Assists in scheduled/unannounced surveys by regulatory agencies.
• Facilitates process / system improvement across departments and/or multiple service areas.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate openness to new ways of thinking.
• Serves as a QI liaison with external agencies (CMS, ODH, TJC, etc) as well as Trinity Health System.
• Provides consultation for practical application of performance improvement.
• Manages medical staff dynamics to facilitate effective discussions and participation in quality improvement, service excellence and patient safety.
• Works with diverse groups, settings and varied kinds of complexities.
• Develops and/or assists in conducting educational programs or in-services related to quality /process improvement as needed or requested by the organization.
• Serves as project manager as needed for organizational endeavors.
• Provides, as requested, consulting services to non-MCHS owned health care entities for purposes of building targeted relationships.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing required.
• Masters in Nursing preferred.
• Licensure / Certification: Registered Nurse
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