Job Title: Quality Improvement Assistant Director - Jericho NY or Remote

Overview: Looking for a bachelor's level nurse with a strong nephrology background who has a strong understanding of quality improvement who can manage a team of 3 social workers.

This individual will be in charge of quality of care reviews so they will be asked to make clinical decisions, medical record reviews and need to make sure that the care that is provided is in the best interest of the patients and that the facility is just and accurate. 

Will also be in charge of quality improvement so nurse needs to have an understanding of data driven decisions, how to find interventions, etc. Will be overseeing a staff of 3 social workers and so the nurse needs to have managerial experience.

Location: Ideally looking for someone who can be onsite in Jericho but could consider remote if needed.

Pay: 90-100k

Responsibilities:
This position functions as both a Quality Improvement Assistant Director and the designated nephrology clinical lead for Quality of Care (CQoC) activities. The Quality Improvement Assistant Director provides clinical leadership to the QI Program Project Leads in the development and implementation of quality improvement programs to reach goals established by CMS for dialysis and transplant centers. The QI Assistant Director works in collaboration with Medical Review Board members and other stakeholders across the program to define goals and oversee the design, implementation, metric development and monitoring, rapid cycle improvement, and evaluation of progress throughout the project period. The candidate should have strong verbal and written communication skills, be able to interpret and utilize data to drive forward quality improvement goals and be proficient in use of tools in the Microsoft Suite (Excel and PowerPoint) to support communications, public presentation, data submission, and compliance tracking and trending.

The Assistant Director – Nephrology Quality Improvement Nurse will develop and implement quality improvement project plans based on his or her business line responsibilities while providing clinical oversight to other program QI project planning. Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Leads designated quality improvement initiatives under the direction of the Medical Review Board to meet the CMS Key Results and Objectives (including but not limited to, project design, implementation, metric development and monitoring, rapid cycle improvement, and evaluation of progress throughout project period).
• Completes and attends all CMS Monthly status reporting for the program providing clinical insight during related topic discussions and presenting on his/her business line project plans.
• Builds and presents at each Network’s Board meetings providing clinical insight during related topic discussion and presenting on his/her business line project plans.
• Provides direct supervision and mentorship to assigned staff, including performance management, workload prioritization, and professional development.
• Serves as the clinical lead for all CQoC cases across assigned Networks. Provides expert clinical review, interpretation, and guidance on CQoC case findings.
• Tracks and monitors CIQIP and CMS quality indicators and project progress across all clinical QI’s monitoring for trends and suggesting interventions where trends suggest failure to reach the program goals.
• Participates in the development of each Network’s evaluation documents and participates in Network evaluation sessions focused on his or her project plans for quality improvement.
• Educates the ESRD community on Network goals and quality of care objectives.
• Contributes to the distribution and dissemination of research findings, assessment reports, data, and quality management procedures.
• Develops and implements quality improvement, education, and training programs including organizing workshops, conferences, and seminars on quality management or ESRD related topics.
• Provides results of Network activities to CMS through monthly and ad hoc communications with key stakeholders.
• Maintains relationships with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), other ESRD related organizations, Forum of ESRD Networks and consumer / patient groups.
• Maintains current, updated clinical information on all ESRD issues through materials in journals, computer generated renal list servers, and by attendance ESRD educational programs.
• Performs additional responsibilities and leads special projects as assigned to support evolving program and contract needs.

Qualifications: 

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to develop clear and concise reports and effectively communicate with, and be understood by, persons contacting the Network via telephone
• Strong interpersonal and advocacy skills with the ability to deal professionally and successfully with a diverse population
• Strong leadership
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize assignments, maintain detailed records, and meet deadlines
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite and have experience working with Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of data analysis and trending helpful.
• Knowledge of state/federal agencies, community resources, and nephrology
• An understanding of continuous quality improvement concepts and tools
• Ability to abstract, compile, and interpret large data set
• Ability to travel as required.

Education/Experience: 

• Active RN state licensure for the state you reside in, required.
• A bachelor’s degree in related discipline required. A master’s degree in a related discipline, preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Nephrology required; experience with all modes of treatment available to renal patients preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in quality improvement
• Professional certification preferred (e.g. certified nephrology nurse)

Schedule/Shift: Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

^*As a job position within our Care Management division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient’s residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.