QAPI Specialist at Hospice of the East Bay

Pleasant Hill, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Sep, 26

Salary

122145.0

Posted On

12 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Performance Improvement, Data Analysis, Statistical Tools, QAPI, Patient Safety, TJC Standards, Process Mapping, Outcomes Management, Excel, Clinical Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Critical Thinking, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Problem Solving, Hospice Nursing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Hospice of the East Bay (HEB) is a community-based hospice providing compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families across the East Bay. Our interdisciplinary team supports patients regardless of ability to pay, with bereavement support provided for up to one year following a loss. Join us and be part of a mission-driven organization consistently recognized as a “Best Place to Work.” The Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Specialist is responsible for identifying areas of program strength and areas of improvement. S/he oversees the collection and aggregation of performance improvement data for all sites within the subsidiary, analyzes data, defines desired outcomes, and develops recommendations that improve patient outcomes. Job Responsibilities * Identifies, designs, and leads performance improvement initiatives. * Collaborates with Clinical Administrator to facilitate team activities relative to QAPI Initiatives and Patient Safety Initiatives. * Reviews and researches materials for QAPI/Safety activities. * Utilizing appropriate statistical tools, interprets data and draws relevant conclusions on effectiveness of improvements. * Prepares QAPI reports and provides facilitation and direction for Performance Improvement Projects (PIPs). * Responsible for organizational attainment of TJC standards which includes data collection, analysis and communication of findings to appropriate departments and education of staff. * Collaborates with Corporate in trending quality outcomes. * Utilizes Ethics Point to track and trend opportunities. * Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or an equivalent combination of work experience and education * Minimum of two (2) years’ hospice nursing experience with knowledge of Quality Assessment & Performance Improvement * Experience assimilating quality data plus proficiency in Excel * Certifications preferred * Strong business foundation with proven analytical and problem-solving skills * Demonstrated experience with statistics, data analysis and outcomes management * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to utilize analytical and statistical tools * Knowledge of and ability to apply process improvement theory and process mapping * Computer knowledgeable and competent with statistical applications and graphics * State and Federal regulation knowledge * Working knowledge of Joint Commission Hospice Standards and the National Patient Safety Goals * Able to work with minimal supervision and exercise a high degree of discretion and independent judgment * Able to prioritize multiple job responsibilities and exercise critical thinking skills Benefits: * 403b Retirement Account and generous company match. * Medical, Vision, and dental; some plans qualify for a Health Saving Account (HSA) * Up to 27 days of PTO/Holiday * Group & Voluntary Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement * Pet Insurance * Employee Discounts * Employee Assistance Program * Work with passionate team members that have the same commitment to our organization as you.

Responsibilities

The QAPI Specialist identifies program strengths and areas for improvement by collecting and analyzing performance data across all sites. They lead performance improvement initiatives and ensure organizational attainment of TJC standards and patient safety goals.