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03/08/10 Director, Accreditation, Licensure, & Regulatory Affairs Children's National Medical Center
03/02/10 Emergency Department Case Manager Holy Name Hospital
03/02/10

Clinical Program Mgr. in Nursing Quality Improvement

Allen Thomas Associates, Inc.
03/02/10 Nursing Quality Program Leader Allen Thomas Associates, Inc.
02/22/10 Quality Resource Coordinator Clara Maass Medical Center
01/27/10 Manager of Prior Authorization Bravo Health
01/08/10 Coordinator - Quality Assurance Atlantic Health
01/08/10 Manager - Quality Assurance Atlantic Health
01/07/10 Performance Improvement Advisor Hackensack University Medical Center

Director, Accreditation, Licensure & Regulatory Affairs
Children's National Medical Center


Introduction:
Children’s National Medical Center is the only exclusive provider of pediatric care in the metropolitan Washington area. Components of Children’s National include:  Children’s Hospital (283 beds, Cardiac ICU, Neuro ICU, and Level I pediatric trauma center which serves three states); Seven Regional Outpatient Centers; and Children’s Research Institute, a leader in translational, basic, clinical, and community research programs.  Children’s National employs 5,500, including almost 500 physicians.  CNMC continues to grow and expand, recently opening a new, state of the art Patient Tower.   Children’s National is proudly ranked consistently among the best pediatric hospitals in America by US News & World Report and the Leapfrog Group.  Children’s National Medical Center achieved Magnet Designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in 2010.  
Job Description:
The Director reports to the Executive Vice President of Patient Services/Chief Nursing Officer, and is responsible for:
  • Directing and planning Children’s National’s accreditation and regulatory operations to ensure compliance with standards
  • Supervise a Manager and will work closely with The Joint Commission Preparation Task Force 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a world-class children’s hospital that continues to grow and invest in state of the art technologies and services, and play an integral part in the organization’s continued success.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess at least five years of experience in the coordination of accreditation and regulatory activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
A nursing background would be highly desired, but is not a requirement.
Education Qualifications:
Master's Degree is required.
Instructions for Resume Submission:
 
Please email resume to hbanker@tylerandco.com, or call Hallie Banker, Tyler & Company, 704-845-2227

Emergency Department Case Manager
Holy Name Hospital


Introduction:
Holy Name Hospital is a 361-bed hospital in the NY area, recognized for quality care and clinical excellence, receiving numerous awards including Magnet Recognition as well as "Best Places to Work in NJ" by NJ Biz magazine for the last 5 years.
Job Description:
  • The Case Manager for the Emergency Department will work every other weekend.
  • The case manager is responsible for coordination, utilization review and/or discharge planning intervention.
  • The Case Manager will also be responsible for maintaining an effective level of communication/interaction with insurance companies in order to document "medical necessity".
  • The Case Manager must be able to react calmly to confrontation and deal diplomatically with patients, visitors, families, staff and physicians.
  • Incumbents are encouraged to remain current in their field by attending 10 hours of educational programs annually, attending professional meetings such as seminars as appropriate, and sharing information with colleagues.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in health related profession preferred.
  • Licensed as Registered Nurse in the state of New Jersey.
  • Case Management Certification optional.
  • Knowledge of computers required.
  • Working knowledge of Interqual. 1+ years experience as ED RN
Instructions for Resume Submission:
Please send your resume to: Email: nursingcareers@holyname.org

Fax: 201-833-7031


Clinical Program Manager in Nursing Quality Improvement
Allen Thomas Associates, Inc.

Introduction

Clinical Program Manager in Nursing Quality Improvement for an organization in upper Manhattan, New York.

This Hospital is one of the premier teaching hospitals in the United States.  The nursing division has magnet status recognition and they are considered a world leader in many clinical areas.

Job Description

The Clinical Program Manager is responsible for development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of clinical programs and assures compliance with mandated clinical interventions.

Qualifications

A qualified individual for this job should have a Nursing License, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing and a Master's Degree, both in Nursing, are required. Two or more years experience in quality management are necessary.

Contact

Anyone interested may contact or email resume to:

Tom Benoit
President
Allen Thomas Associates, Inc.
Phone: (732) 219-5353 ex.17
Fax: (732) 219-5805
Email: tom@allenthomas.com


Nursing Quality Program Leader
Allen Thomas Associates, Inc.

Introduction

A large teaching Hospital on the Upper east side of Manhattan has an immediate opening for a Nursing Quality Program Leader.

Job Description

The Nursing Quality Program Leader

  • will report to the Director of Nursing, Quality Management and Magnet Program.  

  • support a vision of nursing care excellence and assist with the planning, development and management of all plans related to the ANCC Magnet recognition application process, preparation, designation and maintenance. Responsibilities include implementation of a “relationship-based care” philosophy throughout the Department of Nursing and within the existing interdisciplinary care environment

  • support Quality Management efforts for the Department as they relate to Magnet goals/initiatives and serve as a leader to provide on-going education, training and support to staff at all levels

This role will continue beyond the initial recognition to support ongoing care improvement initiatives and to sustain Magnet recognition efforts at four year intervals.

Qualifications

Ideal candidate must have:

  • A current NYS RN license/registration,

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing,

  • 3-5 years of related quality management experience and related certification required.

  • Master’s degree highly preferred.

  • Previous experience or understanding related to the Magnet® Recognition application/designation process highly desirable.

Contact

Anyone interested may contact or email resume to:

Tom Benoit
President
Allen Thomas Associates, Inc.
Phone: (732) 219-5353 ex.17
Fax: (732) 219-5805
Email: tom@allenthomas.com


Quality Resource Coordinator
Clara Maass Medical Center

Introduction:

Located in Belleville, NJ, hugging the borders of suburbia and city, Clara Maass is a community hospital that offers patients expert care in a technology-rich environment, close to home. Nicknamed "Hospital in The Park" because of its close proximity to lovely Branch Brook Park, site of the famous cherry blossom festivals, Clara Maass Medical Center is a 445-bed facility serving primarily residents of Essex, Hudson, and Bergen Counties.

Founded in 1868 as the Newark German Hospital, Clara Maass is staffed by more than 700 physicians and 2,000 employees delivering care to more than 19,000 residents each year. As the first hospital in the United States to bear the name of a nurse as its corporate identity, Clara Maass Medical Center carries on a rich tradition of health care. Clara Maass centers and services include the Women’s Health Center, Nuclear Medicine, The Cancer Center at Clara Maass, Diagnostic Cardiac Services including Cardiac Catheterization, Emergency Angioplasty and Rehabilitation, The Pain Management Center, The Joint & Spine Institute, a Vascular Center, Same Day Surgery, The Wound Center at Clara Maass, The Center for Sleep Disorders, The Bariatric Surgery Center, Rehabilitation Services, Comprehensive Ophthalmology Services, Maternity Services and Parent Education, Pediatrics, a state-of-the-art Emergency Department, Radiology services and community outreach programs. The staff of dedicated physicians, nurses, and health care professionals is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care services and health education to the community and the region.
 

Job Description:

  • Assumes responsibility for concurrent and retrospective data collection and analysis to identify quality assessment and resource management issues.

  • Assists in the gathering data for the Performance Improvement Program.

  • Identifies significant trends and maintains appropriate records.

  • Assists with Peer Review and participation in project teams in multidisciplinary assigned services to meet Joint Commission, CMS, and DOH Standards and compares with national and/or peer benchmarks.

  • Acts as a liaison for the Department of Quality/Standards/PI and provides Administration and the hospital-wide quality management program with relevant trended and benchmark data.

  • Responsible for core measure abstractions and implementation of standards.
     

Required Qualifications:

  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Additional experience required based upon specific department needs.

  • Current New Jersey RN licensure required. BLS Healthcare Provider.

  • A minimum of 3 years of acute care RN experience required, performance improvement/Quality experience preferred.
     

Instructions for Resume Submission:

To apply for this position, please go to: http://www.sbhcscareers.com/

Job posting #19656. 


Manager of Prior Authorization (Philadelphia)
Bravo Health

Introduction

Bravo Health, one of the fastest growing managed care organizations in the US, is a premier provider of Medicare Advantage plans, dedicated to offering senior citizens access to high quality, cost-effective health care. Founded in 1996, Bravo Health provides health care plans to more than 300,000 members, in MD, DC, DE, NJ & PA as well as Part D Prescription Drug Plans in 43 states.

As a leading health services company, our mission is to create extraordinary value for our customers. Through our commitment to service and quality, we continually strive to be the preferred health care choice in each of the communities we serve. As a result of our continued success, we currently have an opportunity available for a Manager of Prior Authorization.

Job Description

This position provides oversight for the Prior Authorization department (PA) to ensure adherence to appropriate medical criteria.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage the day to day activities of the PA staff to provide efficient and accurate workflows;

  • Responsible for meeting/exceeding service level goals

  • Responsible for associate satisfaction;

  • Direct team members as to quality, work flow, customer service and production factors;

  • Build strong teamwork environment;

  • Maintain low associate turnover rate;

  • Ensure all pre-authorization and requests are reviewed for medical appropriateness by using established clinical protocols to determine the medical necessity of the request when appropriate;

  • Monitors PA performance metrics;

  • Provides daily feedback to PA specialist;

  • Recommends policies, procedures, and operational changes to optimize PA functions Assist in resolution of provider and member issues, and maintaining communication between vendors, providers, members, and corporate staff;

  • Responsible for training, coaching, and career development of associates;

  • Develop training functions to ensure staff have current training;

  • Provides updated job aides and tools to ensure PA performance is consistent with organizational expectations;

Required Qualifications

  • Previous managed health care experience and at least three years’ supervisory/management experience.

  • Registered Nurse (RN) with active PA license required Experience with ACD call-tracking and performance monitoring required.

  • Effective oral and written communication skills are necessary

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Contact Name:

Valerie Bender
Bravo Health
valerie.bender@bravohealth.com


Coordinator- Quality Assurance
Atlantic Health

Job Description

This position will:

  • Assists with the coordination of hospital performance improvement activities.Serves as a liaison and coordinator of HQSI improvement initiatives and other regulatory agencies.

  • Facilitates initiatives to improve patient safety.Performs audits and medical record reviews.Assists with coordination of joint Commission continuous compliance activities.

Required Qualifications

  • Current NJ RN license is required.

  • BS required, MS preferred.

  • A minimum of 3 years of acute care RN experience required, performance improvement experience preferred.

Contact

Learn more by visiting our website at: www.atlantichealth.org


Manager - Quality Assurance
Atlantic Health

Job Description

This position will:

  • Lead/support Joint Commission continuous readiness activities for inpatient and outpatient areas.

  • Abstracts/submits data and coordinates analysis and related performance improvement activities for assigned HQA indicators.

  • Leads and/or facilitates teams to address NPSG requirements and analyze patient safety concerns and develop/implement related improvement activities.

Shift available: days.

Required Qualifications

  • Current NJ RN license. BS required, Master's degree preferred.

  • At least 5 years of acute care experience is required.

  • 3 years of management experience is required.

  • 5 years experience with Joint Commission readiness and survey experience.

Contact

Learn more by visiting our website at: www.atlantichealth.org


Performance Improvement Advisor
Hackensack University Medical Center

Job Description

The PI Advisor will:

  • Participate in the development and successful deployment of the Service Line and Departmental Performance Improvement plans based on organizational priorities that support and align with the Medical Center’s strategic plan, mission, vision and goals. Oversees the development, deployment, evaluation of performance design and improvement cycles.

  • Demonstrate use of appropriate methodologies and relevant tools to evidence rapid cycle improvement (i.e. PDSA, FMEA, reliability theory, bundle science, RCA, Process Flows.

  • Utilize appropriate analytical tools and statistical process control to evaluate results.

  • Ensures that there is effective analysis of performance data with comparison over time and comparisons to internal and external benchmarks to identify improvement opportunities.

Required Qualifications

Requirement so of the successful candidate:

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills.

  • 5 years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital.

  • Recent, 3 to 5 yrs., experience in Quality or Performance Improvement measurement and statistics.

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Health Care Administration. Experience in the use of computer applications and software.

  • Understanding of regulatory standards. NJ RN License

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master Degree in Nursing, Business or Health Care Administration.

  • Previous Management experience. Lean or Six Sigma certified.

Contact

Catherine Abbott RN, MSN
Hackensack University Medical Center
cabbott@humed.com
Phone 201-996-2697