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Position Summary
Under the direction of the Transplant Institute (TI) Quality Manager, the Transplant Quality Coordinator is responsible for participating in the development and implementation of a comprehensive quality outcomes management program for the Transplant Institute
Essential Functions
- Collect and review clinical and operational data, develop summary reports, charts, graphs, and trending outcomes, analyze data and identify opportunities for improvement, and facilitate quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with quality manager and transplant team
- Participate in the development, maintenance, and compliance of Transplant Institute policies and procedures to ensure adherence with all regulatory agency requirements including but not limited to ODH, OPTN/UNOS, DNV, ACHA.
- Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of transplant regulations and associated knowledge of clinical as well as outcomes research to promote regulatory compliance
- Works together as an integrated team and maintains positive relationships with Transplant Institute team members as well as hospital system teams and resources.
- Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
- Displays commitment to the mission and values of the University Hospitals Health System.
Required For All Jobs
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
- Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Qualifications
Education
- (ADN) Associate's Degree in Nursing required. (BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
Work Experience
- 3+ years previous experience in the field of solid organ transplantation, procurement or QAPI Methodologies required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Ability to interpret and operationalize federal regulations required.
- Experience with Microsoft Products such as Word, Excel, etc. required.
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills required.
- Experience with Epic Medical Record System preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) required.
- Transplant or Quality Certification preferred. Obtainment of certification required within 3 years.
Physical Demands
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Rarely
- Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
- Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
- Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
- Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
- Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
- Balancing Occasionally
- Stooping Frequently
- Kneeling Frequently
- Crouching Frequently
- Crawling Occasionally
- Reaching Frequently
- Handling Frequently
- Grasping Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
- Repetitive Motions Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
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