Overview

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Weekend Quality Improvement Coordinator to join our team in Kankakee, Illinois. This role is crucial for leading and overseeing quality improvement initiatives during weekend shifts to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. The Quality Improvement Coordinator will work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to monitor, evaluate, and improve clinical processes and patient outcomes, ensuring compliance with standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Essential Duties

• Quality Improvement Initiatives:
• Lead and implement quality improvement projects and initiatives to enhance patient care, safety, and satisfaction.
• Analyze clinical data, identify trends and areas for improvement, and develop strategies to address identified issues.
• Serves as the QI Coordinator for the Medical Center and facilitates core measures programs (AMI, Heart Failure, Sepsis, and Stroke) in conjunction with the Medical Director and committee teams with the responsibilities for ensuring that the requirement of the Accrediting Bodies is implemented and maintained.  
• Data Collection and Analysis:
• Collect, review, and analyze data related to patient care, clinical outcomes, and operational performance (AMI, Heart Failure, Sepsis, and Stroke)
• Prepare and present reports on quality metrics, performance outcomes, and improvement activities to management and other stakeholders. (AMI, Heart Failure, Sepsis, and Stroke)
• Oversees data abstraction for third party vendor for core measures (AMI, Heart Failure, Sepsis, and Stroke)
• Compliance and Standards:
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and internal policies related to quality and safety.
• Conduct audits and reviews to assess adherence to established standards and identify areas needing corrective action.
• Collaboration and Training:
• Work closely with healthcare teams to support and promote quality improvement practices and protocols.
• Provide training and support to staff on quality improvement methods, data collection techniques, and best practices related to AMI, Heart Failure, Sepsis, and Stroke etc. 
• Attends webinars and conferences in relation to core measures (AMI, Heart Failure, Chest Pain, Sepsis, Stroke)
• Process Improvement:
• Facilitate root cause analyses and process improvement activities to address quality issues and enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement action plans and follow-up measures to ensure sustained improvements in clinical processes and patient care.
• These are duties that MUST be performed in this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Non-essential Duties

• Participate in weekend and departmental meetings to contribute to discussions on quality improvement strategies and outcomes.
• Assist with the development and implementation of new quality improvement tools and resources.
• Support administrative tasks related to quality improvement activities and projects as needed.

Responsibilities

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a clinical or healthcare quality improvement role, with a strong background in quality management and process improvement.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in data analysis, project management, and compliance with healthcare standards is highly desirable
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data to drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in quality improvement methodologies, data analysis tools, and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Required Licensure/Education

• Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN), Healthcare Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution.

Preferred Education

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license or relevant professional certification in the State of Illinois is preferred.
• Certification in Quality Improvement or Healthcare Quality (e.g., Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)) is a plus.

Employee Health Requirements

Exposure/Sensory Requirements:

Exposure to:

• Chemicals: White out for correction of typing/writing corrections.
• Video Display Terminals: Extreme
• Blood and Body Fluids: Minimal risk - very restricted direct patient contact with this type of patient. This is reduced by following universal precautions.
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: Minimal risk - very restricted direct patient contact with this type of patient. This is reduced by following universal precautions.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):

• Speech: Required to communicate with physicians, hospital staff, and others.
• Vision: Needed to perform chart review data, computer screen work.
• Smell: NA
• Hearing: Needed for telephone , physician, hospital personnel and other communication.
• Touch: to manipulate tools, equipment.

Activity/Lifting Requirements:

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

• Sit: 75%
• Twist: 0%
• Stand: 2%
• Crawl: 0%
• Walk: 10%
• Kneel: 1%
• Lift: 10%
• Drive: 0%
• Squat: 2%
• Climb: 0%
• Bend: 2%
• Reach above shoulders: .5%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:

• Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 35 lbs: Not Required
• Up to 50 lbs: Not Required
• Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
• Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
• Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):

• Chart reviews will be done retrospectively. 
• Charts need to be lifted from Medical Records box and placed in a cart and wheeled to office for review. 
• Charts are wheeled or carried to department chairman's office or meeting place for peer review.

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:

• Sit: 240
• Twist: 0
• Stand: 5
• Crawl: 0
• Walk: 15
• Kneel: 5
• Lift: 5
• Drive: 0
• Squat: 5
• Climb: 0
• Bend: 2
• Reach above shoulders: 1

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):

• Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight: often
• Pushing & pulling Normal weight: often
• Fine Manipulation: Turning pages of a chart, weight varies with size of chart. Enter data into the computer frequently.

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: None

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:

• Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
• Inside hours: 6-8
• Outside hours : 0
• Temperature: Normal Range
• Lighting: Average
• Noise levels: Average
• Humidity: Normal Range
• Atmosphere: Odors, Dust
• Special Hazards: NA
• Protective Clothing Required: None

Pay Range