AVP – Pediatric Quality and Safety Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

AVP – Pediatric Quality and Safety Ochsner Health – 3.7

New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$145K – $215K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications CPHQ Nursing 7 years Management Certified Professional In Patient Safety Healthcare Administration Patient safety Master’s degree Presentation skills Quality improvement Healthcare management Pediatrics Senior level Leadership Communication skills

Full Job Description Job Title:

System Assistant Vice President – Pediatric Quality and Safety This job provides strategic leadership and oversight for quality, patient safety, infection prevention and control, regulatory readiness, and performance improvement initiatives across Ochsner Children’s sites of care, including pediatric acute care, pediatric and neonatal intensive care units, and pediatric ambulatory clinics. Collaborates closely with senior leadership, medical staff, and operational leaders to implement effective quality and safety practices that improve clinical outcomes, patient experience, and family-centered care. Responsible for maintaining contemporary and emerging knowledge of evidence-based, best practices for children’s quality and patient safety, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and leading initiatives aligned with national pediatric quality collaboratives and benchmarking standards.

Education:

Required – Master’s degree in nursing, healthcare administration, quality, or related healthcare field.

Work Experience:

Required – Minimum of 7 years healthcare experience in quality, safety, or performance improvement, including pediatric experience and 5 years in leadership. Preferred knowledge of and involvement with national pediatric quality collaboratives, such as Solutions for Patient Safety (SPS) and Children’s Hospital Association databases like Inpatient Essentials and/or Pediatric Health Information System.

Certifications:

Required – Professional certification in one or more: Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS), Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM), or Certified Professional in Human Factors in Healthcare (CPHFH). (Or obtained within 1 year)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Expert knowledge of quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, PDSA). Strong understanding of regulatory and accreditation standards in pediatric healthcare. Proven ability to effectively analyze data, identify trends, and implement solutions to enhance patient safety and clinical outcomes. Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly to diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated history of strong physician collaboration and ability to drive system change.

Job Duties:

In collaboration with the Chief Quality and Patient Safety Officer assess quality and patient safety activities at all sites of children’s care. Design and build an integrated reporting and oversight model for Ochsner Children’s quality and patient safety. Develops and implements strategic initiatives to enhance quality and patient safety in the pediatric care setting aligned with Ochsner Children’s ‘s strategic goals and organizational values. Provides oversight of infection prevention, regulatory readiness, and robust performance improvement programs. Collaborates with pediatric and system-wide clinical and operational leadership to standardize quality practices. Ensures compliance with relevant regulatory and accreditation requirements. Champions the integration of family-centered care practices within pediatric quality initiatives. Oversees quality and safety staff within pediatric services, fostering professional development and a culture of continuous improvement. Attends, represents, and presents at local, regional and national children’s healthcare forums to build the brand and recognition for excellence in quality and patient safety. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description may be amended or updated at any time at the company’s discretion. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on the Ochsner careers website.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Relocation assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Pediatrics Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends

Education:

Master’s (Required)

Experience:

pediatric quality, safety, or performance improvement: 7 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

New Orleans, LA 70121 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

New Orleans, LA 70121: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person