Performance Improvement Specialist - Registered Nurse - LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER

Job Description Summary

The Performance Improvement Specialist is responsible for conducting concurrent audits of medical records to uncover opportunities for improvement in compliance with clinical guidelines and regulatory requirements

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001539 LAN - Quality (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

The Performance Improvement Specialist is responsible for conducting concurrent audits of medical records to uncover opportunities for improvement in compliance with clinical guidelines and regulatory requirements. This individual will collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to identify gaps in practice and create actionable strategies to enhance performance. As a clinical expert focused on specific patient populations, the specialist will communicate regularly with nursing and medical staff regarding potential quality concerns and emerging trends. The role may also involve serving as a Disease-Specific Care Certification Coordinator, overseeing areas such as Stroke, Sepsis, and others. This is a versatile position that may require the assumption of additional duties as needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Computer Skills: Solid computer skills required. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.  

Experience: Minimum of one year of work experience in an acute care facility and demonstrates a clear working knowledge of general hospital operations.  Exhibit computer skills in Word, and Excel.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Training and Education:  Current state professional licensure essential (i.e. RN, LPN, RT, etc) preferred. 

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Current South Carolina healthcare professional license

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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