Registered Nurse, Clinical Quality Improvement Specialist II at Jefferson Health in Philadelphia, PA

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 Job Details Under the general direction of the Director, Quality & Safety, the Registered Nurse, Clinical Quality Improvement Specialist II will originate, facilitate, and expedite improvement efforts and education targeted at quality, patient safety, High Reliability Organization (HRO) initiatives, and process improvement activities that support departmental and organizational goals. Job Description Registered Nurse, Clinical Quality Improvement Specialist II Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 1 day working from home per week Compensation : $90,000 - $110,000 Clinical Quality Improvement Specialist II (Professional P2) Job Summary The Clinical Quality Improvement Specialist II independently supports moderately complex quality improvement initiatives and performance monitoring activities. This role analyzes clinical and operational data, supports multidisciplinary teams, and contributes to improvement efforts aligned with accreditation, regulatory, and public reporting requirements. The Specialist II applies established quality improvement methodologies to drive measurable improvements within defined scopes. Work is performed with general supervision and increasing professional judgment. Essential Functions • Independently analyzes clinical and performance data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement. • Supports or leads components of quality improvement projects using established methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and PDSA cycles. • Develops and maintains dashboards and reports supporting internal monitoring and public reporting requirements (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission). • Collaborates with clinical, operational, and quality stakeholders to interpret data and support implementation of improvement interventions. Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) • Practical knowledge of quality improvement, performance management, and patient safety concepts. • Ability to manage multiple moderately complex projects simultaneously. • Proficiency in data analysis, reporting tools, and data visualization techniques. • Effective communication skills to explain data findings and recommendations to diverse audiences. Minimum Education & Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree. Experience: Professional experience in quality improvement, performance improvement, or healthcare analytics. Minimum Certifications / Registration / Licensure • Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ): Preferred. • Clinical licensure (RN, RRT, RD, etc.): Preferred, not required. Decision-Making Authority Exercises professional judgment within established policies, procedures, and project frameworks; escalates complex or novel issues as appropriate. Supervisory Responsibilities May provide guidance or assistance to entry-level Specialists; no formal supervisory responsibility. Degree of Supervision Received General supervision; work is reviewed periodically with emphasis on outcomes and quality of work. Work Shift Workday Day (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Employee Entity Albert Einstein Medical Center Primary Location Address 5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates b