Assistant Director (Nephrology Quality Improvement Nurse)

This position functions as both a Quality Improvement Assistant Director and the designated nephrology clinical lead for Quality of Care (CQoC) activities. The  Assistant Director (Quality Improvement) provides clinical leadership to the QI Program Project Leads in the development and implementation of quality improvement programs to reach goals established by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for dialysis and transplant centers.  The Assistant Director (QI) works in collaboration with Medical Review Board members and other stakeholders across the program to define goals and oversee the design, implementation, metric development and monitoring, rapid cycle improvement, and evaluation of progress throughout the project period.  The candidate should have strong verbal and written communication skills, be able to interpret and utilize data to drive forward quality improvement goals and be proficient in use of tools in the Microsoft Suite (Excel and PowerPoint) to support communications, public presentation, data submission, and compliance tracking and trends.

The Assistant Director – Nephrology Quality Improvement Nurse will develop and implement quality improvement project plans based on their business line responsibilities while providing clinical oversight to other program QI project planning. Duties will include, but are not limited to: 

• Leads designated quality improvement initiatives under the direction of the Medical Review Board to meet the CMS Key Results and Objectives (including but not limited to, project design, implementation, metric development and monitoring, rapid cycle improvement, and evaluation of progress throughout project period).
• Completes and attends all CMS Monthly status reporting for the program providing clinical insight during related topic discussions and presenting on your business line project plans.
• Builds and presents at each Network’s Board meetings providing clinical insight during related topic discussion.
• Provides direct supervision and mentorship to assigned staff, including performance management, workload prioritization, and professional development.
• Serves as the clinical lead for all CQoC cases across assigned Networks. Provides expert clinical review, interpretation, and guidance on CQoC case findings.
• Tracks and monitors CIQIP and CMS quality indicators and project progress across all clinical QI’s monitoring for trends and suggesting interventions where trends suggest failure to reach the program goals.
• Participates in the development of each Network’s evaluation documents and participates in Network evaluation sessions focused on your project plans for quality improvement.
• Educates the ESRD community on Network goals and quality of care objectives.
• Contributes to the distribution and dissemination of research findings, assessment reports, data, and quality management procedures.
• Develops and implements quality improvement, education, and training programs including organizing workshops, conferences, and seminars on quality management or ESRD related topics.
• Provides results of Network activities to CMS through monthly and ad hoc communications with key stakeholders.
• Maintains relationships with the CMS, other ESRD related organizations, Forum of ESRD Networks and consumer / patient groups.
• Maintains current, updated clinical information on all ESRD issues through materials in journals, computer generated renal list servers, and by attendance ESRD educational programs.
• Performs additional responsibilities and leads special projects as assigned to support evolving program and contract needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to develop clear and concise reports and effectively communicate with, and be understood by, persons contacting the Network via telephone
• Strong interpersonal and advocacy skills with the ability to deal professionally and successfully with a diverse population
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize assignments, maintain detailed records, and meet deadlines
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite and have experience working with Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of data analysis and trends helpful.
• Knowledge of state/federal agencies, community resources, and nephrology
• An understanding of continuous quality improvement concepts and tools
• Ability to abstract, compile, and interpret large data sets
• Ability to travel as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Active RN state licensure, required.
• A bachelor’s degree in related discipline required. A master’s degree in a related discipline, preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience in Nephrology required; experience with all modes of treatment available to renal patients preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in quality improvement.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. The annualized salary range for this position is $90,000.00 – $100,000.00. Actual salary range and /or hourly rate depends on a variety of factors including experience, education, credentials, location, and budget.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

IPRO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or military status, or any other category protected under applicable law.