Quality Improvement Registered Nurse

Join a respected non-profit healthcare organization in Long Island City dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves. This organization provides high-quality, patient-centered care while focusing on safety, accessibility, and continuous improvement. As the Quality Improvement & Risk Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in strengthening clinical excellence, enhancing operational quality, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and compliance.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse who is passionate about healthcare quality, risk management, regulatory compliance, and creating positive change within a community-focused organization.

Title: Quality Improvement Registered Nurse
Location: Long Island City NY
Compensation: $100,000-$105,000 + benefits

Responsibilities of Quality Improvement Registered Nurse:
Quality Improvement:
• Collaborate with the Quality Improvement Team to conduct medical record audits and identify opportunities for clinical and operational enhancement.
• Assist in the development, review, and revision of organizational policies and procedures related to Emergency Preparedness, Safety, and Quality Improvement programs.
• Perform compliance audits related to medical records, including:
o Valid release of information documentation
o Vaccine for Children (VFC) eligibility requirements
o Accurate patient registration information and communication records
• Coordinate annual review and updates of organizational forms, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Promote a culture of safety by encouraging staff to report incidents promptly and use reporting processes as tools for organizational learning and improvement.
• Coordinate and monitor quarterly fire drills, security drills, and emergency preparedness testing.
• Conduct monthly quality audits and present findings and recommendations to department leaders and the Quality Improvement/Compliance Committee.
• Lead monthly Quality Improvement meetings and ensure departments are tracking key performance measures and outcomes.
• Monitor completion of QI assessments and quarterly reporting requirements across all departments.
• Partner with leadership to implement initiatives that improve patient care, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements of Quality Improvement Registered Nurse:
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Previous experience in Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Compliance, or Healthcare Operations.
• Demonstrated managerial or supervisory experience within a healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of medical record standards, HIPAA compliance, and healthcare regulatory requirements.
• Experience with quality audits, performance improvement initiatives, and clinical documentation review.
• Knowledge and experience with vaccine programs, including VFC requirements, preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to analyze data, identify improvement opportunities, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

For further consideration, send resume or email to Alexg@smitharnold.com SVP of recruitment or call 914-774-8202