Patient Safety & Quality Coordinator - Full Time - New Brunswick, NJReq #:0000164911Category:Clerical / Administrative SupportStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:Childrens Specialized HospDepartment:Nursing AdministrationLocation:New Brunswick (NB), 200 Somerset St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901Job Overview:Performs a variety of responsibilities related to patient safety and quality with an emphasis on respiratory care and laboratory equipment and services to ensure regulatory compliance and industry standards.Qualifications:Required:
Bachelor s Degree
Minimum 3 years job related experience
Knowledge of medical terminology required
Use of judgment in the performance of duties
Knowledge of various computer software applications required Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong organizational skills time management with the ability to work independently
Good verbal and written communication skills
Sensitivity and courtesy in dealing with others
Concentration manual dexterity lifting/pulling boxes
Preferred:
Master s Degree
Scheduling Requirements:
Full Time
Essential Functions:
Supports Infection Control and Prevention quality and safety activities through data collection and reporting external agencies including the CDC/NHSN and NJDOH
Collects monthly hand hygiene data submissions from hand hygiene champions across CSH inpatient and outpatient sites
Supports the Infection Prevention Program through data collection and developing dashboards and graphs
Assists with maintenance of POCT CLIA and CLIS requirements as assigned
Assists with clerical support logistics planning and implementation of the annual Quality and Patient Safety Council CSH Quality Fair Patient Safety Week activities and HRO activities as assigned
Perform chart audits CSH quality measures and policy adherence as assigned
Updates and maintain the policy and documentation binders in preparation for The Joint Commission Continual Readiness and Surveys Infection Control, National Patient Safety Goals, and Patient Care Standards
Reports nursing quality measures into the NQNQI database
Creates and updates data input into Redcap database for quality and PI activities as assigned
Completes data input into the CSH Quality and Safety Report Card
Organizes Quality and Patient Safety Council meetings and takes minutes
Direct contact with clinical and administrative staff and outside services
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
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Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer