Job Description

Position Purpose

Coordinates quality functions and reporting within the QRM Department including physician peer review process, development and coordination of medical care evaluations, focus studies in accordance with standards, rules, other guidelines, and The Joint Commission and other regulatory compliance.

Position Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

Education: "Required: Associates Degree, Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training.

Preferred: Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree."

Experience: "Required: Three (3) years clinical experience as an acute care RN with exp in a critical care setting.

Preferred: One (1) year recent (within past 5) experience in Performance Improvement."

Skills: Strong knowledge and understanding of the Joint Commission and other Regulatory agencies standards. Ability to utilize systems to gather detailed data and report relevant analyses. Appropriate prioritization and planning skills, while achieving safety and quality in a high volume environment; Engaging and effective communication and service skills; Adherence to policy and procedures; Process improvement oriented; Self-initiative to assist with whatever is needed.

Licenses/Certifications: "Required: Current Arizona RN licensure.

Preferred: Certification/Registration - CPHQ."

Northwest Medical Center is comprised of a 300-bed hospital, three urgent care facilities, a freestanding emergency center and a large physician group, offering you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. It strives to provide a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, Northwest is a great place to work. NMC is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.