Corporate Director of Quality

The Corporate Director of Quality is responsible for responsible for providing visionary guidance to the current and future needs of the Post Acute Medical hospitals in Quality, and Regulatory Services. Acts as a motivational servant leader, inspiring performance and a strong message of communication and teamwork. Works in conjunction with the Chief Quality Officer reviewing current and future needs of Post Acute Medical. Coordinates with Corporate Improvement Specialists and hospital leadership to foster a culture of safety and planning activities to improve patient care and organization functions. Provides direction and assistance to the Corporate Improvement Specialists and local hospital leadership for quality and regulatory measures. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. This position will require frequent travel (up to > 95% of the time).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees the Corporate Improvement Specialists.
• Works in conjunction with Corporate Improvement Specialists to review, modify, or create policies that support and guide the quality care of Post Acute Medical hospitals following Federal, State, and TJC regulations.
• Ensures standardization throughout all Post Acute Medical Hospitals.
• Works in conjunction with Corporate Improvement Specialists to review monthly quality indicators and reviews the improvement/action plans or processes to correct and improve quality and regulatory indicators.
• Works in conjunction with Corporate Improvement Specialists and hospital clinical staff to assist in implementing quality and regulatory metrics in specialty programs such as but not limited to: Rehab, Wound Care, Respiratory, Critical Care, etc.
• Oversees licensure and accreditation processes to assure compliance with CMS, TJC and State standards in order to maintain licensure and accreditation.
• Oversees quality infrastructure for new builds and acquisitions to assure compliance with CMS, TJC and State standards and successful opening.
• Works in conjunction with Corporate Improvement Specialist and quality services of hospitals to assist with the development and oversight of quality training.
• Ensures quality data bases and licensure are in place for new builds and acquisitions.
• Collaborates and coordinates travel with the Corporate Improvement Specialists.
• Provides written reports from site visits to the hospital CEO and leadership team, and the Chief Quality Officer to include recommendations for educational opportunities or changes to processes.
• Recommends long-range plans for the quality and regulatory services division to support Post Acute Medical objectives
• Weekly calls with the Chief Quality Officer to review hospital data, action plans, and meet Post Acute Medical objectives.

Leadership

• Executive Presence: Maintains highest level of professionalism when representing Post Acute Medical both on and off site.
• Leadership: Motivates others. Accepts responsibility. Develops trust and credibility. Expects honest and ethical behavior of self and staff.
• Inclusiveness: Promotes cooperation, fairness and equity; shows respect for people and their differences; works to understand perspectives of others; demonstrates empathy; brings out the best in others and in his/her team.
• Managing Staff: Coaches, evaluates, develops, and inspires staff. Sets expectations. Recognizes achievements. Effectively manages conflict. Aligns department goals with company goals. Provides feedback, group leadership. Delegates appropriately. Evaluations completed on time.
• Stewardship and Resource Management: Demonstrates accountability and sound judgment in managing company resources. Appropriate understanding of confidentiality and company values. Adheres to and supports company policies, procedures and safety guidelines
• Problem-Solving: Identifies problems, involves others in seeking solutions. Conducts appropriate analysis. Searches for best solutions. Effectively and efficiently implements appropriate response to correct problem. Responds promptly and effectively to new challenges.
• Decision-Making: Makes clear, consistent decisions. Acts with integrity in all decisions. Distinguishes relevant from irrelevant information. Makes timely, appropriate decisions.
• Strategic Planning and Organizing: Understands company vision and aligns priorities accordingly. Measures outcomes. Uses feedback to redirect as required. Evaluates alternatives. Appropriately organizes complex issues to desirable resolution.
• Communication: Clearly and effectively shares information. Connects with peers, subordinate employees and all customers. Actively listens. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Negotiates effectively.
• Quality Improvement: Strives for efficient, effective, high quality performance in self and the department. Delivers timely and accurate results. Resilient when responding to matters that are challenging. Takes initiative to make improvements
• Teamwork: Encourages cooperation and collaboration. Builds effective teams. Works in partnership with others. Is flexible. Responsive to the needs of others.
• Personal Development: Maintains up-to-date skills through involvement with professional organizations or continuing education.

Customer Service

• Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy, compassion and positive communication.
• Promotes the mission and vision of Post Acute Medical within the work environment and the community.
• Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.

Health and Safety

• Works in a manner that promotes safety; wears clothing appropriate to the performance of the job.
• Follows universal precautions as appropriate for position; complies with Employee Health requirements for continued employment
• Reports unsafe practices to management.
• Knows own role in case of an emergency.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Training: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Board of Nurse Examiners of the state of residence, with the ability to become licensed in all states in which Post Acute Medical operates. Master’s degree in Nursing, Health Administration or related field required. Knowledge of various approaches for improvement TPS, Lean, PDSA required.

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in quality leadership role required. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in prior multi-facility healthcare administration experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

ABOUT US

PAM Health is committed to being the most trusted source for post-acute services in every community it serves by utilizing experienced and dedicated staff to provide high quality patient care and customer service. With over 44 Long Term Acute Care and Rehabilitation hospitals and 16 Outpatient Clinics currently in operation across the country, we are proud to offer services including comprehensive wound care, aquatic therapy, ventilator weaning, amputation treatment, pain management and much more.

Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you will also have opportunities for professional growth through our Education Advancement Program.

We are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment to visit us online at www.postacutemedical.com for a comprehensive look at how we're able to positively impact our local communities.

PAM Health does not discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with another person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status.

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Experience

• 5 - 10 years: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in quality leadership role required

• 3 - 5 years: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in prior multi-facility healthcare administration experience preferred.

Education

• Masters or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered Nurse