Penn State Health - Lancaster Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Lancaster
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00a-4:30p
Recruiter Contact: Erin W. McCaw at emccaw@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to support the planning and execution of clinical quality improvement activities for the Sepsis and Congestive heart failure (CHF) population hospital-wide, achieving targeted quality, safety, and financial objectives. Leads performance improvement initiatives through application of clinical expertise, knowledge of both clinical and administrative settings and frequent interactions with a variety of clinical and non-clinical roles. Facilitates the bedside clinical care of sepsis and CHF to assure that all patients receive comprehensive and timely treatment interventions that are consistent with best practice recommendations. Participates in program development as it relates to sepsis and CHF care. Functions as an educator, and collects and analyzes data surrounding sepsis and CHF patients to assist with documentation, coding, clinical care, and outcomes related to key leading indicators. This position collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and/or identify evidence- based practices and to establish standards in support of clinical quality outcome program goals. 

Plans, implements, and manages performance improvement initiatives within the hospital system to increase patient outcomes and quality metrics. Collects, analysis, and trends data to support performance improvement initiatives. Supports, educates, and guides compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• RN License
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field
• Three (3) years of healthcare experience required
• Currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Certified in Professional Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is a 341,000-square-foot 129-bed acute care hospital that will give residents of Lancaster and York counties enhanced access to Penn State Health?s expertise and specialty services! Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our team is committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community, and each other.

 YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE?LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence ? that?s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That?s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. 

About Penn State Health

At Penn State Health, our mission is to enhance the quality of life and serve our community through improved health, the education of health professionals, and the discovery of knowledge. For us, service excellence is not only for our patients but also our employees. It means valuing each and every employee.

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