Quality Nurse Specialist

Job Requirements

• Knowledge of/Skill/Ability to:
  • Preferred working knowledge of Hospital & Clinic Quality Standards and regulatory, and accreditation ACHC Standards.
  • Skill to navigate clinical components of the current Electronic Health Record.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skill.
  • Strong customer service skills on phone and in person.
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • RN currently licensed by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
  • CPHQ (National Certification of Healthcare Quality) Certification or similar nationally recognized quality certification within 2 years of employment.
• Education and/or Experience:
  • Associate Degree in Nursing.
  • BSN preferred.
  • Risk Certificate preferred.
  • At least 2 years of clinical experience in nursing.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Conditions / ADA Compliance

• Physical work is light to moderate demand.
• Works inside.
• Moderate amount of walking and standing.
• Normal hearing or corrected hearing required to converse on phone or with patient, staff, and family.
• Normal or corrected vision to complete pre-printed forms, documentation, and to visually assess patient needs.
• Manual dexterity required to complete pre-printed forms, operate phone system, and computer.
• Command of the English language sufficient to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.