Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Outcomes Nurse (RN) to support our post-cardiac surgery patient population, playing a vital role in advancing quality outcomes, data integrity, and performance improvement initiatives.

You will join a highly experienced and collaborative Outcomes team and work closely with cardiac surgery providers and multidisciplinary teams.

Experience in cardiac surgery or cardiology is strongly preferred.

Clinical Data & Outcomes Management

• Review patient charts and abstract clinical data for internal and external reporting
• Ensure accurate and timely data submission to regulatory agencies and registries
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to improve documentation and outcomes
• Support data entry, queries, and analysis for departmental projects and reporting
• Partner with MD leadership to validate data accuracy and integrity

Professional Oversight & Expertise

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of registry definitions, requirements, and best practices
• Participate in registry education, meetings, and professional development
• Collaborate with Health Care Quality, Peer Review Committees, and Health Information Management
• Stay informed on evolving standards in cardiac surgery and outcomes measurement

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a clinical leader within the Outcomes team
• Work independently while contributing to team goals and deadlines
• Partner with physician champions and service line leaders to drive improvements

Reporting & Performance Improvement

• Prepare and present benchmark and outcomes reports to leadership and performance improvement teams
• Identify negative trends and escalate to appropriate stakeholders
• Support research initiatives by collaborating with Clinical Research teams to analyze registry data

SCHEDULE:

• Full-Time, 40-hours per week
• Monday–Friday, business hours with some flexibility
• Hybrid work: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience
• Experience in cardiac surgery, cardiology, or cardiovascular care preferred
• Strong understanding of quality of care and outcomes measurement
• Experience with data abstraction, analysis, and reporting
• Comfort with presentations and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Ability to work autonomously and be self-motivated
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

• Excellent Compensation
• High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
• Certification and continuing education reimbursement
• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
• Life insurance
• Free money coach advice from a certified professional
• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, including gym membership, equipment, personal trainer, massage and more
• Wellbeing programs supporting mental, physical, and financial health

We strive to be the place where you can build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!

All correspondence can be directed to:
Kimberly Jeznach
Healthcare Recruiter
kimberly.jeznach@baystatehealth.org

Education:

Diploma in Nursing (Required)

Certifications:

Registered Nurse - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$83,054.00 - $95,472.00 - $112,923.00

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.