Job Information
Trinity Health Manager Quality and Safety (RN) Full Time in Sioux City, Iowa
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Employment Type:
Full Time
Shift:
Day
Position Purpose:
The purpose of the Manager of Quality and Safety is to manage at the local ministry level the quality and safety programming. The individual works collaboratively with the ministry’s executive team, leadership, providers, and colleagues to ensure high quality standards are cultivated in an environment of excellence, and outcomes are achieved. Leading and implementing strategies in quality and safety are a key component of the role.
The role has accountability for the following departments/functions: quality, patient safety improvement, culture of safety (TogetherSafe), and infection prevention. The manager collaborates with local leadership (President, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), Chief Medical Officer (CMO)) to assure the highest levels of quality and safety.
The manager reports directly to the MercyOne RHM Director of Quality and Safety of Hospitals with an indirect reporting relationship to the local CMO (President in the absence of a CMO).
What you will Do:
Leads and effectively manages with oversight the areas of quality, patient safety (inclusive of the culture of safety (TogetherSafe) work) and infection prevention with high reliability principles and persistent mindfulness toward zero harm.
Implements a quality performance improvement plan that meets Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and The Joint Commission (TJC) regulations and standards, in conjunction with the local executive team, leadership team, quality improvement committees (QICs), medical executive committee, and the board of trustees/directors and in alignment with the ministry’s strategies. Works collaboratively with leadership, providers, nursing staffs, and experts in developing and implementing quality and safety strategies that achieve high quality outcomes and safety for the patient population.
Provides direct supervision of the quality, safety and infection prevention staff as assigned and assists in their development and competency. Provides leadership and/or participates in committees related to quality and safety inclusive of quality councils, board quality committees, and QICs. Identifies quality and safety areas of focus and works collaboratively to address findings proactively, that results in high quality and safe care.
Leads continuous improvement activities to achieve and sustain excellence in CMS value-based programs, pay for performance programs of commercial carriers, and The Joint Commission in areas of quality measures and regulatory requirements.
Leads and manages continuous improvement toward achieving excellent outcomes and recognition in regard to outside “rating” organizations, including (not all inclusive) CMS, Leapfrog, Healthgrades, Blue Distinction, etc. Actively collaborates with leaders of accreditation, risk management, customer experience, and performance excellence to provide identified and needed support for improvement.
Develops quality excellence systems that integrate LEAN and other methodologies as appropriate that are data-driven and focused on quality improvement. Provides appropriate oversight, support, and/or consultative services (project design, selection of data required, development of documentation tools, etc.) to quality improvement teams.
Works in collaboration with hospital leadership in improving the culture of safety that includes the concept of a “Just Culture” and “TogetherSafe”. Recommends and supports opportunities for improvement on cause analyses (apparent cause, root cause, common cause), Healthcare Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (HFMEA), and Patient Safety Organization (PSO) initiatives in collaboration with risk management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health administration or related field required (Master’s degree preferred).
Iowa licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Experience:
Requires a minimum of five (5) years of hospital experience in quality and/or safety, preferably in a progressive leadership role/manager level. National certification in quality/safety required or to be acquire within 2 years of hire. LEAN Six Sigma certification preferred.
Special Skills, Competencies, and Aptitudes:
Member of a professional nursing organization.
Demonstrated expertise in the use of performance improvement methodology/tools.
Must be able to use computers for documentation and other relevant activities. Demonstrates specific knowledge related to software programs such as event reporting systems, government reporting systems, and other appropriate software programs. Experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), HealthStream, Intranet, and use of reporting tools. Helpful to have experience with PowerChart/EPIC or similar
Position Highlights and Benefits
The tri-state region, referred to as Western Iowa or Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.
Situated in the heart of downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartments, downtown lofts, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots, and you'll just be steps away from the beautifully renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
Wellness programs
Education reimbursement
Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
Paid time off
Long- and short-term leave
Retirement planning
Life insurance coverage
Ministry/Facility Information
MercyOne Western Iowa serves the needs of individuals in a 33-county area including western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center (https://www.mercyone.org/siouxland/location/mercyone-siouxland-medical-center) , a 238-bed regional facility, is home to the only Level II trauma center in the area – one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons – and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service. Along with owned and managed hospitals in Primghar (https://www.mercyone.org/location/mercyone-primghar-family-medicine) and Hawarden, Iowa, and a partnership with Dunes Surgical Hospital (https://www.mercyone.org/location/dunes-surgical-hospital) in South Dakota, the region also operates a primary care network, specialty care clinics and home health care, providing an entire continuum of preventative, primary, acute and tertiary health care services to provide personalized, compassionate care for the communities we serve and beyond.
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran