Home Health Quality Assessment RN

Job Summary

Explore a fulfilling career path with a greater sense of purpose. As a Home Health Quality Assurance (QA) Registered Nurse at Interim HealthCare®, you will play a vital role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care by leading quality improvement initiatives, promoting regulatory compliance, and supporting clinical excellence.

What You Will Do

• Lead the agency's Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program to ensure compliance with company standards, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Conduct clinical record audits to evaluate documentation quality, regulatory compliance, and adherence to agency policies.
• Review clinical documentation to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and quality of care.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality and performance data to support agency goals and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with Clinical Managers and agency leadership to develop and implement corrective action plans and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide education, coaching, and in-service training to clinical staff on documentation standards, regulatory updates, agency policies, and quality initiatives.
• Serve as a clinical resource regarding home health regulations, accreditation standards, evidence-based practices, and quality improvement strategies.
• Assist with survey readiness activities, regulatory audits, and compliance initiatives.
• Participate in Clinical Management Team meetings and provide recommendations based on quality data, audit findings, and performance metrics.
• Promote regulatory compliance and clinical excellence by reviewing, developing, and updating policies and procedures.
• Foster a culture of continuous quality improvement through education, mentoring, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA privacy and security regulations while safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience, including at least one (1) year of recent home health experience.
• Experience in Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI), clinical auditing, or performance improvement activities preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and home health best practices.
• Strong understanding of OASIS documentation requirements and home health clinical documentation standards.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and data analysis tools.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to educate, mentor, and collaborate with clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing regulations, and work independently while supporting interdisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, continuous learning, and improving the quality of patient care.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile liability insurance if travel is required for the position.

Benefits

• $35.00 to $40.00 an hr. DOE
• Flexible work environment
• Make a meaningful impact on patient care and clinical quality
• Family-oriented culture that promotes work-life balance
• Online training, professional development, and continuing education opportunities
• PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) benefits