What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accreditation Specialist RN position at Northwestern Medical Center?
Accreditation Specialist RN
Clinical Services
Northwestern Medical Center, where you can be the difference.
Looking to advance your career in a vibrant, community hospital in a locale that will have you wondering why you ever chose to live anywhere else? Come join the NMC family, where we focus on high reliability, ensuring a constant emphasis on safety, quality, and improvement as we pursue our mission of exceptional care. Be part of a team where you can make a difference, all while enjoying the quality of life Vermont provides. NMC's mission is to provide exceptional healthcare for our community.
NMC is currently recruiting for a Accreditation Specialist RN in Clinical Services. This position is a full-time..
- JOB SUMMARY:
- The Accreditation Specialist RN coordinates and has oversight of nursing professional practice programs to include, but not limited to, the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Stroke Association (ASA), in conjunction with the Joint Commission Stroke Certification, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Chest Pain Center (CPC) program, and the Joint Commission Orthopedic Certifications
These certifications and accreditations will support the development, planning, presentation, and evaluation of professional employee education activities for accreditation achievements.
The certifications and accreditations will provide structure for programs to improve patient outcomes and reduce patient risk through clinically proven evidence-based care. Additionally, certifications and accreditations, show an organization’s commitment to continuous performance improvement.
- PREREQUISITES
- Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing with a current State of Vermont license to practice professional nursing. Bachelor in Nursing (BSN) required; Masters in nursing (MSN) preferred.
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of nursing experience with a minimum of two (2) years leadership. Knowledge and skills to develop adult education programs. Ability to effectively lead meetings. Understanding of performance improvement and outcomes management.
Special Skills: Certified in Basic Life Support required, ACLS is preferred. Additional certifications are recommended in specialty area of practice. Project management experience preferred. Organizational skills a must
Northwestern Medical Center’s Benefit Package:
With “people” as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern Medical Center. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being. We are proud to offer a comprehensive & generous benefits package designed to help our people stay healthy, balance work & life responsibilities, protect their assets & plan for a secure financial future. Northwestern offers a comprehensive benefit package with recognized national carriers as well tuition assistance programs.
Apply online at: https://www.northwesternmedicalcenter.org/careers/open-positions/all-open-positions/
Location: Northwestern Medical Center · Clinical Services
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, Mon-Fri
