QUALITY CONSULTANT- NAB

Closing Date: Until Successful candidate is found
Good Samaritan Head office
8861-75 Street, Edmonton, AB
The world could use more good samaritans. If you are interested in a diverse and rewarding career within a dynamic organization, then choose a career where people matter; where you are valued, appreciated for your hard work, and supported. Join a team that empowers you to live up to your potential so that you can feel part of something bigger and make a difference in the lives of others.

EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing or equivalent
• Active registration with the applicable provincial professional nursing association
• Supplemental courses in adult education
• Gerontology certificate preferred
• Research background or statistics courses preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in geriatrics
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in continuing care and senior health in a leadership role
• Experience in the utilization and analysis of clinical data
• Experience with quality improvement tools and techniques, process redesign and/or project leadership skills required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Training in project management preferred.
• Experience in change management preferred.
• Experience in accreditation certification required.
• Basic research and evaluation skills.
• Experience in incident analysis.
• A demonstrated knowledge of current legislation regarding confidentiality and how it relates to fair information practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement principles, methods, and tools.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated skills in facilitation, presentation, and teaching skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively present and clarify requirements, expectation, ideas and concepts to various audiences/stakeholders.
• Creates and achieves results by engaging, facilitating and influencing individual, group or departmental goals.
• Ability to inspire and guide individuals towards goal achievement.
• Ability to develop and communicate solution/responses to diverse user problems and/or requests.
• Ability to operate related equipment and proficiency in the use of computer software programs.
• Must be familiar with quality improvement methods, tools, and software, such as Microsoft Word, SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Adept at written and oral communication with internal and external customers.
• Exhibits strong analytical skills, application of gap-analysis and needs assessments, and is solution focused.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the strategic directions for The Good Samaritan Society/Good Samaritan Canada.
• Maintains an individual’s dignity and self-worth during conversations.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• Demonstrate flexibility by changing routine to accommodate client/resident needs.
• Accepts, implements and evaluates change with a positive attitude.
• Active driver’s license is required for travel between care homes and head/regional office.
• Travel and flexible hours.
• Training/support requests may take place during hours outside of regular business hours to meet the needs of staff who work alternative shifts.
• Working under stringent timelines associated with project demands.
• Constant demands of an ever changed dynamic health system and its evolving standards requirements.

WHO WE ARE:

As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose. With a proud history of innovation and service excellence, Good Samaritan offers continuing and long-term care, supportive and assisted living, and a variety of specialized health care programs. We serve the healthy and frail elderly, adults with developmental disabilities, and those with chronic or complex health conditions. We operate 61 care homes across Alberta and British Columbia, serving more than 5,600 residents, clients, and patients. Our work is supported by over 4,300 dedicated employees and more than 500 volunteers. We are proud to ensure that 95 cents of every dollar spent goes directly to frontline care and services.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

Please refer the Job description for details