Analyst, Quality Registered Nurse; RN) Exempt

Registered Nurse (RN) Quality Analyst

Job Type: Full Time | Days

At Highpoint Health Sumner we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Highpoint Health Sumner is a 167-bed hospital located in Gallatin, TN and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

The Quality Department is seeking an internal candidate for a Quality Analyst position. This role will primarily serve as a Performance Improvement (PI) Coordinator supporting the Trauma Program Manager (TPM) while reporting to the Quality Director.
The Registered Nurse Quality Analyst assesses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments. May provide patient care when necessary.

Reports to:

Director, Quality Management
FLSA:
Exempt

Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) required.
Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Management, or Quality strongly preferred.
Minimum Work Experience
Three (3) to five (5) years diverse clinical practice in an acute care environment required.
Previous performance improvement and/or large scale project management experience required.
Demonstrated progressive leadership skills required.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Licenses
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse
Essential Functions
Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.
Assists the director in managing staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
Assists the director by making presentations at various meetings including Quality and Safety Committee, New Employee Orientation, and others.
May assist the director in monitoring departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.
Assesses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments. May provide patient care when necessary.
Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
Functional Demands
Populations Served
Neonate (Infant (Early Childhood (1 year and Late Childhood (5 years and Adolescent (13 and Young Adult (17 to Middle Adult (30 years to Older Adult (>60 years)
Protected Health Information
Type of Protected Information Accessed:
Demographic
Clinical
Insurance
Financial
Complete Medical Record
Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure

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