[Hiring] Quality Improvement Auditor Nurse @Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

Role Description

The Quality Improvement Auditor - HHC reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Responsible for review of clinical record documentation at various points in time to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Performs data collection and analysis activities as directed by the QI Supervisor.
• Participates in all OBQI / PI / CQI activities as directed by the QI Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Performs concurrent and discharge clinical record audits for quality standards, completeness, accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement relating to documentation and follows through with patient care.
• Assists in resolving documentation issues/chart deficiencies through the development of inservice/education programs in collaboration with the QI Coordinator, Managers, Supervisors, and Program Development RN.
• Participates in data collection and analysis for the purpose of monitoring and evaluating organizational performance, including data from internal and external sources.
• Participates in establishing and monitoring performance improvement measures related to outcome analysis.
• Serves as a member of the QI committee and participates in preparation of quarterly and annual reports related to OBQI / PI / CQI activities.
• Participates in tracking and ongoing monitoring of time-sensitive documentation including physician orders and OASIS assessments.
• Remains current and knowledgeable regarding regulatory compliance issues.
• Facilitates, leads and/or participates in Process Improvement Teams as directed.
• Demonstrates ability to care for patients with understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process.
• Adheres to PCH Home Health Care policies regarding all aspects of HIPAA Privacy and Confidentiality Rules, dress code and attendance.
• Adheres to all PCH and PCH Home Health Care policies.
• Performs other and related duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Holds current licensure in the State of Illinois as a Registered Nurse.
• Has a minimum of two (2) years' experience in home health care.
• Has a working knowledge of Medicare, IDPH and JCAHO rules and regulations relevant to home care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
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• Benefits eligibility based on Employment Classification.
• Sign-on bonus eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus, with exceptions for new graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM.

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?