Quality Advisor RN FT Days Req #: 0000186149
Category: Professional / Management
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department: Quality Resource Services
Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027

Job Overview:

We are looking for a passionate Quality Advisor who is excited about making a difference in patient safety outcomes. We invite you to join our dynamic team of mission-driven innovators who embrace challenges to promote the highest level of standards in quality. As the Pediatric Quality Advisor, you will work closely with a diverse group of medical professionals acting as a liaison to the medical staff peer review committee. With a keen eye for details, you will perform chart reviews for cases involving but not limited to mortality and morbidity, hospital acquired conditions and patient safety indicators. Your proactive approach will support hospital-wide initiatives for regulatory and accreditation processes to continuously improve our operations. With your expertise, you will develop and implement effective quality strategies, provide guidance to our Pediatric team members and champion best practices throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

Licensed RN in the State of New JerseyMinimum of 2 years of hospital nursing experience in PediatricsExperienced with Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft productsKnowledge in Epic EMR programQuality and Safety experience preferred

Certifications and Licensure:

Graduate from an accredited NLN Nursing ProgramActive NJ RN licensure or Compact state licensure with ability to practice in NJ

Scheduling Requirements:

Full-TimeDay37.5 hour work week Mon-FriNo weekends, no holidays, no on-call

Essential Functions:

Works in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team in reviewing all patients with high end devices and provides quality review.

Leads and participates in process improvement for the program(s) and for the quality of clinical outcomes.

Maintain database(s) for patients, outcome, and complications and submit to national registry as required

Provide comprehensive guidance on the appropriate use of temporary devices enabling staff to deliver safe and positive patient outcomes Maintains files, minutes, and quality presentations in accordance with any regulatory

requirements

Refers to other disciplines as appropriate. Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making.

Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation.

Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community.

Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure

Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate.

Assists the critical care educator in developing programs to meet continuing education needs

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer