Nursing Jobs in Placentia, CA
$91,249.60 - $120,910.40 / year
Overview: What you can expect! Find joy in serving others with IEHP! We welcome you to join us in “healing and inspiring the human spirit” and to pivot from a “job” opportunity to an authentic experience! Reporting to Director of Hospital Relations, the Quality Improvement, RN will facilitate quality improvement initiatives across the continuum of care (i.e. acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, hospice agencies, etc.) to enhance the overall quality of care delivered to members. This position is responsible for identifying, developing, coordinating, promoting, supporting, and implementing assigned clinical quality, and/or service improvement projects and programs. The Quality Improvement, RN supports evidence-based practice integration, provider training/education, policy review/development, and regulatory/accreditation interpretation. The incumbent develops continuous and targeted activities to improve performance related to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Star Ratings, HEDIS, CAHPS, HOS, P4P and other identified performance measures. The Quality Improvement, RN provides direct support for multiple initiatives aimed at improving the quality and effectiveness of health care delivery and/or health care services. This position communicates with external partners, internal quality leaders, and stakeholders to ensure multi-disciplinary teams have the resources and information they need. Commitment to Quality: The IEHP Team is committed to incorporate IEHP’s Quality Program goals including, but not limited to, HEDIS, CAHPS, and NCQA Accreditation. Additional Benefits: Perks IEHP is not only committed to healing and inspiring the human spirit of our Members, but we also aim to match our team members with the same energy by providing prime benefits and more. Competitive salary State of the art fitness center on-site Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision Life, short-term, and long-term disability options Career advancement opportunities and professional development Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare CalPERS retirement 457(b) option with a contribution match Paid life insurance for employees Pet care insurance Key Responsibilities: Participate in departmental and cross-functional teams; this includes supporting IEHP and external stakeholder workgroups that focus on quality improvement projects. Assist in tracking progress for improvement efforts related to Hospital value-based incentives (P4P, VBI, VBP, etc.), network-wide CMS star ratings, and specific performance metrics. Coordinate activities to foster good working relationships with contracted hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, hospice agencies, providers, and other external partners to encourage their participation in quality improvement groups. Help organize forums for shared learning and best practice exchange to improve patient care outcomes. Apply knowledge of clinical processes or hospital operations to support the development and implementation of specific activities (based on current results and best practices) intended to improve CMS Star Ratings, HEDIS, CAHPS, HOS, P4P, and other targeted performance measures. Gather and compile information on evidence-based practices, national and regional benchmarks, and industry standards, and help integrate those findings into current improvement initiatives. Track and monitor improvement activities by performing ongoing analysis of measured outcomes and reporting findings. Compile and summarize performance outcomes data and draft initial feedback for review by senior staff before distribution to external partners regarding improvement progress. Utilize performance improvement methodologies (i.e., Plan Do Study Act (PDSA)) to support the implementation and tracking of rapid-cycle improvement projects. Participate in outreach initiatives, and document potential barriers, experienced challenges, and activities taken to resolve issues and improve outcomes. Assist in the maintenance and organization of annual quality improvement program documents, compliance audits, policies and procedures, and related evaluations. Support the development and delivery of materials for quality improvement training sessions and problem-solving tool workshops for QI teams and stakeholders. Lead intradepartmental quality improvement teams, programs, projects, and initiatives as assigned. Continuously seek to enhance delivery and efficiency of external-facing quality improvement initiatives via technological advancement and internal-facing process improvement. Translate data into meaningful information, draw conclusions, and relate findings to industry standards. Provide recommendations to departmental stakeholders and Quality Improvement Leadership Team regarding performance gaps, program implementation, and performance outcomes in order to maintain an effective Quality Improvement program. Perform any other duties as required to ensure Health Plan operations and department business needs are successful. Qualifications: Education & Requirements Minimum four (4) years of clinical/health care experience required, including at least two (2) years performing quality improvement analysis or project coordination functions Bachelor’s degree in science or health/healthcare related field from an accredited institution required Master’s degree in science or health/healthcare related field from an accredited institution preferred Certified Professional of Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), or other recognized quality improvement certificate required or obtained within one (1) year of hire (maintained through employment) Possession of an active, unrestricted, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California BRN required Key Qualifications Working knowledge of healthcare quality performance and measurement sets including CMS quality withhold, Managed Care Accountability Set, NCQA Quality Improvement Standards and HEDIS Ability to apply knowledge of tools of continuous improvement, and work process redesign Knowledge of advanced clinical processes and/or hospital operations Requires knowledge of the local healthcare market, patient demographics and needs and plan-specific information Good analytical and critical thinking skills Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, with an emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint Effective communication skills (verbal, written and listening) with ability to interact with key stakeholders Must exhibit attention to detail Ability to successfully apply facilitation techniques to quality improvement project teams Demonstrates problem solving, conflict management, and team collaboration to contribute to a productive work environment and achievement of goals Ability to read and interpret data Able to manage and prioritize assigned tasks and work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Ability to support the application of basic facilitation techniques within quality improvement project groups Start your journey towards a thriving future with IEHP and apply TODAY ! Work Model Location: This position is on a hybrid work schedule. (Mon & Fri - remote, Tues - Thurs onsite in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.) Pay Range: USD $91,249.60 - USD $120,910.40 /Yr. 
The Registered Nurse delivers professional nursing care to the patient whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. Establishes a helping relationship using a holistic approach. The RN ensures quality and appropriateness of care for all age groups in the unit-specific patient population to include neonates, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Requirements: Graduate nurse of an accredited school of nursing – BSN or ASN Registered Nurse, licensed in the state. BLS, ACLS, and PALS – must be completed only by American Heart Association. Benefits : Medical, dental and vision coverage is provided for all full time and part time employees* Medical is 100% employer paid including dependents* Employee Assistance Program Basic Life and AD&D 401k plan with company match Generous PTO plan* Pet Insurance Discount Program* Employee Discount Program* *Per diem staff ineligible The Registered Nurse delivers professional nursing care to the patient whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. Establishes a helping relationship using a holistic approach. The RN ensures quality and appropriateness of care for all age groups in the unit-specific patient population to include neonates, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Requirements: Graduate nurse of an accredited school of nursing – BSN or ASN Registered Nurse, licensed in the state. BLS, ACLS, and PALS – must be completed only by American Heart Association. Benefits : Medical, dental and vision coverage is provided for all full time and part time employees* Medical is 100% employer paid including dependents* Employee Assistance Program Basic Life and AD&D 401k plan with company match Generous PTO plan* Pet Insurance Discount Program* Employee Discount Program* *Per diem staff ineligible The Registered Nurse delivers professional nursing care to the patient whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. Establishes a helping relationship using a holistic approach. The RN ensures quality and appropriateness of care for all age groups in the unit-specific patient population to include neonates, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Requirements: Graduate nurse of an accredited school of nursing – BSN or ASN Registered Nurse, licensed in the state. BLS, ACLS, and PALS – must be completed only by American Heart Association. Benefits : Medical, dental and vision coverage is provided for all full time and part time employees* Medical is 100% employer paid including dependents* Employee Assistance Program Basic Life and AD&D 401k plan with company match Generous PTO plan* Pet Insurance Discount Program* Employee Discount Program* *Per diem staff ineligible 
Overview As a member of the health care team responsible for providing basic nursing care to patients under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team or unit. Responsibilities Assists patients with activities of daily living and helps to promote a safe, comfortable environment that fosters the physiological and psychosocial well-being of the patient. Notifies R.N. and/or L.V.N. of relevant changes in the patient’s condition including, but not limited to changes in V.S., level of consciousness and/or pain, breathing pattern, drainage, amount of bleeding, mood, or increase and decrease in capabilities/limitations. Qualifications Recent experience in an acute care setting preferred. Graduate from high school or its equivalent. Current CA C.N.A certification, BLS and MAB. 
Overview As a member of the health care team responsible for providing basic nursing care to patients under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team or unit. Responsibilities Assists patients with activities of daily living and helps to promote a safe, comfortable environment that fosters the physiological and psychosocial well-being of the patient. Notifies R.N. and/or L.V.N. of relevant changes in the patient’s condition including, but not limited to changes in V.S., level of consciousness and/or pain, breathing pattern, drainage, amount of bleeding, mood, or increase and decrease in capabilities/limitations. Qualifications Recent experience in an acute care setting preferred. Graduate from high school or its equivalent. Current CA C.N.A certification, BLS and MAB. Overview The staff RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the therapeutic environments, treatment and modalities and interdisciplinary collaboration. Qualifications Current California RN License. Current Basic Life Support Level C (Healthcare Provider) certification. Current NRP certification. One year level III NICU nursing experience to include care of the ventilated infant. 
