RN Program Specialist (Performance Improvement Coordinator) - Trauma Services Program

Job Title: RN Program Specialist (Performance Improvement Coordinator) | Trauma Services Program | Sioux Falls

City: Sioux Falls

State: SD

Department *: * Trauma Services Program - Sioux Falls

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Hours Per Shift: 8 hr

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for analyzing and synthesizing of data to maximize utilization of data in clinical decision-making, business and strategic initiative. Coordinates educational activities associated with orientation and ongoing training. Establishes close working relationships with clinical and non-clinical partners. Promotes optimal patient care through clinical activities and data analysis. Will have working knowledge of regulations regarding data collection, submission and documentation. Will gather and analyze feedback from various stakeholders and disseminate the results. Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution. Possesses a strong clinical background. Able to effectively educate others. Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written. Will plan and schedule daily work load independently. Able to adapt in a changing environment. Possesses strong public relations skills, time management skills, and positive personal relations. Communicates effectively across all levels and functions of the organization. Builds, manages, and maintains working relationships internal and external to the organization. Ability to resolve conflicts and effectively problem solve. Expected to work independently yet recognize accountability to the department and organization. Proficient in computer software and demonstrate high personal and professional commitments. Other related duties as assigned for the needs of the program. Certain program objective and focus may be designed around grants. Grant administration responsibilities may include: assist project team in grant post award activities, maintain grant and contract files, review contracts, develops progress reports, and reviews closed grant for completeness. Demonstrate effective grant management with project management, prioritization, planning, organization, and presentation skills.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Adheres to organizational quality management processes and practices. Responsible for promoting a safe environment for patients, families, staff, residents, and visitors and working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary health care team to provide the best outcomes for patients. Recognizes and assesses problems, opportunities and methods for improving existing business performance. Promotes awareness within organization of relevant regulatory environment. Mentors others to ensure performance reports meet the needs of the organization. Maintains current certifications in specialty and continues education when necessary. Holds self and others accountable for delivering on all commitments. Generates and interprets a wide range of statistical data and reports. Exhibits a personal standard of excellence marked by honesty and integrity. Establishes and maintains productive working relationships within and outside of own area. Develops a clear, complete understanding of needs and problems through careful listening, probing, reflecting, and summarizing. Defines quality from multiple perspectives - e.g., operational, employee, customer, market. Articulates potential positive and negative impacts on the business and community of company actions and practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in nursing required. Graduate from an accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).
Minimum of three years clinical experience related to specialty, e.g. trauma, oncology, research, critical care.
Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications related to specialty.

About Sanford Health:

At Sanford Health, we are dedicated to the work of health and healing.
Every day, we show that commitment by delivering the highest quality of care to the communities we serve.
We are leaders in health care and strive to provide patients across the region with convenient access to expert medical care, leading-edge technologies and world-class facilities.
In addition to strong clinical care, we are also committed to research, education and community growth.
We engage in medical research to not only discover innovative ways to provide care, but also cures for common diseases.
We continuously seek new ways to achieve our vision of improving the human condition here in your community, across the region and around the world.
The entire team at Sanford Health recognizes the value of healthy families and communities.
We continue to gain momentum and expand our reach. Together, we can make a positive difference now, and in the future.
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City: Sioux Falls

State: SD

Job Function: Nursing

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Req Number: WD11208