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University of California- Davis Health

Clinical Quality Improvement (CQI) Nurse AnalystRN - Cardiology

University of California- Davis Health, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828


Job Summary The Heart and Vascular Center CQI Nurse Analyst position combines knowledge of diagnostic, interventional, and surgical cardiovascular procedures and experience within the operations settings of this environment to design, maintain and enhance the functions of clinical data collection, reporting, and systems management. The CQI Nurse Analyst will assist in compiling and analyzing data to assist the learning needs of staff specific to quality and safety initiatives. The position will report to the Heart and Vascular Center, Clinical Quality Data and Outcomes Manager and will work in close collaboration with the department's CQI nurses and data analyst to create custom reports as needed to identify CQI projects and ad hoc reports.

Apply By Date:

January 7, 2025 by 11:59 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position.

Valid California RN license without restrictions.

Successful completion of a Bachelor of Nursing degree (BSN).

Multiple years of recent experience in acute care and/or ICU/inpatient medical-surgical nursing.

Clinical chart review and abstraction experience.

Demonstrated skill to work collaboratively with physicians and clinical department chairs.

Advanced level of understanding of clinical assessment, planning, and evaluation skills demonstrating a broad base of clinical knowledge and patient care skills.

Advanced skill to abstract cases, maintain abstraction schedule, and perform data analysis of outcomes to identify trends and/or opportunities for improvement.

Advanced skill to use performance improvement methods for retrospective and concurrent reviews as demonstrated in past performance.

Demonstrated ability to present recommendations.

Advanced skill to speak publicly in front of physicians, department chairs, physician champions, and hospital leadership regarding quality-related data.

Computer and Internet skills and experience required - intermediate to advanced level of experience with MS Office products is essential for success in this position (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) as is familiarity with electronic health record systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Clinical Nurse Specialist/ Informatics Certification.

Successful completion of a master's degree in nursing.

Advanced skill to perform statistical analyses and present data and information in clear and concise report formats.

Knowledge of Joint Commission on Accreditation for Healthcare Organization standards, California Administrative Code Title 22 Regulations, Hospital Quality Alliance Measures, Pay for Performance, and other regulatory agency criteria for performance improvement and clinical resource analysis.

Knowledge of medical-surgical and nursing treatment plans and skill in assessing necessity and appropriateness of care.

Advanced understanding of hospital and outpatient clinic operations and familiarity with internal and external sources of demographic, financial, and utilization data for the hospital and clinics.

Knowledge of basic methods and techniques associated with clinical program planning, development, and implementation.

Key Responsibilities

10% - Database Maintenance/Development

30% - Data Analysis and CQI coordination

35% - Registry Submissions

10% - Clinical practice

10% - Education

5% - Professional Development

Department Overview Registered Nurses in the Heart Center department at UC Davis Medical Center provide care to adult patients with a variety of medical (medical surgical, critical care, emergent, perioperative) needs. This position reports to the Director of the Heart & Vascular Center and is responsible for coordination of clinical research trials in one or more of a variety of inpatient and/or outpatient settings. This position will coordinate the provision of nursing services in support of medical research of cardiovascular diseases in the Section of Cardiovascular Medicine.

Position Information

Salary or Pay Range:

$107,100.00 - $224,100.00 (annual)

Salary Frequency:

Monthly

Salary Grade:

Grade 26

UC Job Title:

QLTY IMPV HC SPEC 4

UC Job Code:

006525

Number of Positions:

1

Appointment Type:

Staff: Career

Percentage of Time:

100%

Shift Hours:

0800-1630

Location:

North Addition Office Building (HSP002) - Sacramento, CA

Union Representation:

99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

This position is:

Hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources, and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial, and career goals.

Special Requirements

This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s).

This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and training requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground.

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