Quality Improvement and Compliance Registered Nurse

Mount Sinai Medical Center Hialeah, FL, US

Quality Improvement and Compliance Registered Nurse (Hialeah)

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy of caring.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise,our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital,dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the QI and Compliance Manager he/she will assist conduct chart audits and other data analysis needed for each of the quality and compliance plan measures to aid in determining the organizations quality and compliance performance.
Creates and maintains compliance and quality dashboards and graphs to communicate Eldercare's performance in relation to HPMS measures.
Assist with QI and Compliance meeting scheduling and planning including the agenda, handouts and minutes.
Assist in Audit preparation and active surveys under the directions of the QI and Compliance Manager and Executive Director.
Assists with the Participant Advisory Committee meeting planning, handouts and minutes
Assists the QI and Compliance Manager with new hire and annual quality and compliance training materials
Coordinates other meetings and travel as requested.
Assists in drafting and updating organizations policies and procedures.
Assists Director and QA Manager in all Administrative projects in a timely an effective manner.
Takes minutes at meetings according to prescribed format, transcribe, obtain approval and distribute as requested.
Maintains minimum inventory of office supplies as requested and approved and within budget limitations.
Maintains the highest level of confidentiality at all times.
Maintains appointments, schedule, and calendar as assigned by the Director.
Opens and routes incoming mail. Uses knowledge, initiative and discretion to respond to routine and/or confidential mail as documented.
Maintains files in an organized and comprehensive manner.
Acts as a focal point for Departmental administrative projects; supports other departments as required.
Accepts constructive correction as a means for improving job performance and demonstrates a willingness to learn.
Updates facility Policies and Procedures, Disaster Plan, Infection Control and other manuals as directed
Serves as back up to the receptionists and Business Office Coordinators.
Know and adhere to philosophy and goals of Eldercare

Qualifications:

State of Florida RN License. BLS required.
2-3 years of administrative support experience preferably in quality improvement and or compliance in the medical field. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills required.

Benefits:

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

Health benefits
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Healthcare spending accounts
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Pet Insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Wellness program
On-site housing for selected positions and more!

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