Value Analysis Coordinator-RNLocation: WellSpan Health, York, PASchedule: Full TimeHours: M-F DayFull Time: 40 hours/weekGeneral SummaryProvides project support for Value Analysis Team (VAT) initiatives including trials, new products and outcomes tracking. Works independently and exercises independent judgment and discretion. Requires project management skills. Administers/coordinates programs, projects and/or processes as assigned, and may act as a liaison between executive leadership and Supply Chain Management project teams during report-outs. This position supports projects that improve the care and safety of patients and employees.Essential Functions:
Coordinates the oversight and management of assigned initiatives. Ensures that all project plans are developed and executed using methodology consistent with System performance improvement and Value Analysis methodology.
Monitors and maintains records of VAT initiatives including all product reviews, trials and evaluations.
Serves as a liaison and clinical resource between Hospital/System administration, departments and clinical staff to ensure cost effective utilization of products, services and processes including, but not limited to, surgical supplies, capital equipment, technology and process related activities.
Leads Value Analysis Monthly Team meetings. Participates or leads sub-groups of the VATs.
Oversees the acquisition and implementation of newly approved products to include communication to all involved departments and/or facilities
Will complete review of requested products which will include review of literature, search of federal databases, and search for any alerts and recalls.
Leads system trials of new products. . Collects and analyzes data from the trials.
Monitors patient outcomes for different initiatives when indicated.
Interacts with all appropriate system wide department managers to assist with data collection, analysis, implementation, monitoring and follow-up with assigned projects.
Maintains regular contact with all staff levels: clinical, administrative, professional and support.
Assists in managing substitutes for back ordered items, customer complaints or problems with products.
Promotes cooperation and communication among all team members. Knowledgeable regarding conflict resolution and effective communication. Mentors others.
Administers/coordinates programs, projects and/or processes within the Supply Chain as assigned.
QualificationsMinimum Education:
Bachelors Degree Required
Masters Degree Preferred
Work Experience:
3 years In a clinical healthcare setting. Required
Prefer acute experience and/or surgical setting
Experience in interpreting clinical evidence preferred
Experience with System Performance Improvement and Value Analysis methodologies preferred.
Occasional travel throughout Wellspan facilities.
Licenses:
Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Intermediate computer skills.
Project management skills.
Knowledge of statistical analysis, spreadsheet and other software programs.
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment and discretion.
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