Director of Quality & Risk Management (DQM)

Director of Quality & Risk Management (DQM) Columbia, MO Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $100,000 a year 2 days ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications CPHQ Statistics Nursing Hospital patient safety Clinical program implementation Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Electronic health records (EHR) management HACCP Certification RN License 5 years Quality control statistical data analysis Healthcare Administration Statistical Process Control Risk mitigation strategy implementation Patient safety Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Infection Control Certification Statistical analysis Analysis skills Clinical staff training Policy & process development Staff training Risk management Intensive care CIH Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration Bachelor's degree in nursing Healthcare policy development Hospital compliance Quality systems Critical care experience Root cause analysis Benchmarking Senior level Associate's degree Associate Degree in Nursing Hospital regulatory compliance Leadership Communication skills Hospital process improvement Staff development Full Job Description Are you interested in a role in quality, risk and infection control? Apply your clinical skills to continuously improving the care provided to patients across our hospital facility. Would you enjoy the camaraderie and teamwork at a smaller facility? Do you like owning an area and having responsibility for the outcomes? If so, we have an amazing opportunity as a Director of Quality Management waiting for your application! Details about the

DQM Role:

We are seeking a highly qualified Director of Quality Risk Management (DQM) to join our leadership team at Landmark Hospital of Columbia, a long-term acute/critical care hospital. As the Director of Quality, you will be responsible for ensuring that our organization complies with all regulatory requirements and industry standards. You will lead the development and implementation of risk management strategies, policies, and procedures to minimize potential risks and ensure the safety of our patients and staff. Additionally, you will oversee the quality improvement program, including data analysis, performance improvement initiatives, and staff education and training. This role has a HUGE impact on the quality and consistency of patient care and also ensures our staff operates efficiently in a well-trained, compliant environment. The Director of Quality and Risk Management is responsible for : Developing and implementing patient safety initiatives Assuring the success of continuous quality enhancement initiatives inter-and intra-departmentally Developing a proactive risk management program, and overseeing an effective infection prevention and control, and employee health program Appropriate use of quality tools (root cause analysis, failure mode and effects analysis, statistical process control, and other statistical methods) to guide process improvement Help problem-solve and benchmark appropriately to ensure a highly reliable organization The Quality role assures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards and ensures they are continually upheld. The Director will be responsible for planning, developing, implementing, administering, evaluating, and continually enhancing policies, procedures, and practices for each functional area. Other duties may be assigned as appropriate. Great Benefits for full-time employees! Medical, Vision, and Dental Health insurance with Aetna Paid time off (4+ weeks a year!) Disability insurance - Short-term and Long-term policies provided by Landmark, with buy-up options available Flexible spending and Health Savings account Life insurance - The company paid $25K, and additional voluntary life is available Matching 401K Tuition reimbursement up to $15K after 1st year of employment) Minimum Qualifications for Director of Quality and Risk Management Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing, or related field. Alternatively, a 2-year Associate degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in Quality, Risk, or Infection Control 3+ years of experience in quality, infection control, or risk management in a healthcare setting (hospital experience preferred) Active clinical license (such as RN or RT) - strong preference for Registered Nurse background CIHQ IC or

CIHQ-HACP-CMS

certification or equivalent (or commitment to obtain within 2 years) Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards. Investigation and root-cause analysis experience Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions. Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and other healthcare technology.

Key Competencies include:

Deep clinical competency/skills - strong preference for experience with ICU/CCU care and nursing skills Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills - ability to lead and influence others to achieve strategic objectives and process improvements Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions in complex situations Ability to handle difficult situations in a professional manner Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and other healthcare technology.

About us:

Landmark Hospitals is a privately owned, critical care hospital system with locations across the Southeastern United States. Landmark Hospitals specializes in providing the highest level of care for medically complex patients who stay with us for an average of 25-30 days. We are proud of the healing that happens here, and it is all made possible by our amazing employees. We offer our employees a collaborative, supportive work environment with competitive benefits and flexibility, found only in a "boutique" hospital setting. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background verification checks.