Quality Improvement Specialist

Quality Improvement Specialist

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Quality Improvement Specialist based in the United States. This role is focused on strengthening the quality and integrity of patient care through detailed review, auditing, and analysis of clinical documentation. You will play a key part in ensuring healthcare records meet regulatory, state, and federal compliance standards while identifying opportunities to improve care delivery and operational performance. The position requires a strong clinical background, particularly in nursing, combined with a sharp analytical mindset and attention to detail. Working in a remote healthcare environment, you will collaborate with clinical teams to interpret findings, support education efforts, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your work directly impacts patient outcomes by ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance in healthcare documentation. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to higher standards of care across home health services.

Accountabilities:

The Quality Improvement Specialist is responsible for reviewing clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting continuous improvement in patient care quality.

• Review and analyze patient medical records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with national and state healthcare regulations
• Conduct audits and documentation reviews to identify gaps, noncompliance issues, and opportunities for improvement
• Evaluate and validate proper application of OASIS documentation standards in home health records
• Prepare detailed audit reports, identify trends, and communicate findings to stakeholders in a clear and professional manner
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quality improvement data to measure performance and outcomes
• Collaborate with clinical teams to present findings and support improvements in patient care delivery
• Participate in educating healthcare staff on documentation standards and OASIS principles
• Support ongoing quality assurance initiatives and contribute to process improvement efforts

Requirements

This role requires strong clinical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and experience in quality improvement within a healthcare setting.

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in a U.S. state or compact state (eNLC eligible)
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
• 3+ years of healthcare experience, including at least 1 year in home health
• Experience in quality improvement, compliance, auditing, or a related healthcare role
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, documentation standards, and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with OASIS coding and home health documentation practices strongly preferred
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings and collaborate with clinical teams
• Detail-oriented with the ability to interpret complex medical documentation accurately

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and healthcare market standards
• Full-time remote work environment
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• Opportunities for professional development in quality improvement and clinical compliance
• Exposure to advanced home health documentation systems and standards
• Collaborative, mission-driven healthcare environment focused on patient outcomes
• Stable role within a large integrated health system.