Quality Measures Analyst - Critical Care, FT Days (57393)

Quality Measures Analyst - Critical Care, FT Days

El Paso Childrens Hospital - El Paso, TX 79905

Overview

Level: Experienced Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: 4 Year Degree Category: Health Care

Description

Position Summary

The Quality Measures Analyst- Critical Care (QMA) reports directly to the Director of Quality and assists with coordinating the development, implementation, and evaluation of the PICU and IMCU Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program directly in line with the quality initiatives in the inpatient critical care areas. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: supports the hospital's Performance Improvement process; identifies performance trends; as well as prioritizes and recommends improvements to attain the standards set forth by Designation. The QMA also plays a supportive role in ensuring compliance with all The Joint Commission (TJC) standards. The QMA will investigate specific areas of concern as identified by the PICU/IMCU leadership and Quality Department for PICU, IMCU, EMU, and hospital initiatives. The QMA provides leadership towards achieving compliance, and/or developing suitable alternatives that will meet regulatory requirements aligned with the hospital's Mission and Values.

Qualifications

Minimum Position Requirements

• Minimum three years RN clinical experience in PICU
• Working knowledge of EMR documentation.

License/Registration/Certification:

• Current RN License to practice in the State of Texas
• TNCC certified
• Certification in Critical Care Registered Nursing preferred
• BLS certified through the American Heart Association or the Red Cross
• PALS certified

Education and Training:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.

Skills:

• Highly effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to make effective group presentations.
• Strong knowledge of EMR technology.
• Knowledge of professional nursing principles, practices, concepts, and procedures as applied to the care of the patient population served.
• Ability to utilize computer software applications to include word processing, spreadsheets and power point.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.