Quality Improvement Nurse Specialist

Full Time

History

Martin County Hospital District (MCHD) was organized in 1967 and has boundaries coterminous with Martin County, Texas. It is located in the heart of West Texas. Opened in 1949, the hospital was originally located near downtown Stanton. This facility served the community well for many years but was replaced with a state of the art 18 bed facility in 2012. The new facility is located on I20 and has been designated as a Critical Access Hospital

Summary of Responsibilities

The Quality Improvement Nurse Specialist is responsible for reviewing, monitoring, and analyzing data to drive quality improvement and ensure regulatory compliance under the supervision of the Director of Quality. This position will perform duties related to submission of chart abstracted data, reporting, implementing new processes and policies related to Quality, and performance improvement. Duties may include creating reports using excel, gathering data from various sources such as chart audits and uploading required reports on a deadline, record keeping, coordination of meetings and conferences, keeping meeting minutes, drafting professional correspondence, working on special projects such as developing training/presentations or assisting with policy revisions. This position will assist with assembling highly confidential and sensitive information. Deals with a diverse group of important external callers and visitors, as well as internal contacts at all levels of the organization. This position will also perform duties related to emergency preparedness, ensuring that MCHD is in compliance with all regulations. This will include ensuring Emergency Operations Plan updated an in compliance, planning and initiating drills as required, assembling after action reports, implementing strategies to improve emergency response, and participating in Border RAC meetings. As well as other duties as assigned as needed.

Education:

Graduate of a School of Professional Nursing - LVN or RN

Licenses/Certificates:

Must have a license to practice professional nursing by the Texas Board of Nursing or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact.

Experience:

• At least 3 years of experience in the healthcare field. A clinical background with knowledge of quality measures and reporting is a plus
• Must be proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Strong Excel skills preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• A professional telephone manner is essential
• Must be able to type 40-45 wpm
• Knowledge of recordkeeping
• Ability to transcribe from electronic means
• Ability to operate office equipment

*We Do Not Offer Sponsorship*

Mission Statement:

Committed to excellence, Martin County Hospital District will provide the highest quality, compassionate care to improve the lives of those we serve.

Vision Statement:

Martin County Hospital District strives to ensure the availability and viability of patient-centered primary and specialty care in a rural setting.

Martin County Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, strong morals, values, and ethics. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.