Job Description

UW Medical Center-Northwest - Clinical Support Services h as an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Excellence Coordinator (job profile: Health Program Operations Specialist)

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full time / 100% FTE
• Primarily day shifts Monday-Friday

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• This is a highly visible position, serving as an expert clinical resource for RNs and other healthcare staff
• This position provides frontline clinical leadership with a goal of sustaining safe, evidence-based practices throughout our hospital
• UW Medicine is proud to foster a culture that is innovative and collaborative - this position will play a key role in our commitment to providing world class patient services

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains a highly visible presence in clinical areas, spending more than 50% of work time providing at-the-elbow coaching, education, and just-in-time support to frontline staff to advance quality outcomes
• Reviews and supervises real-time electronic medical record documentation and clinical decision-making
• Supports adherence to policies, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based care standards
• Identifies high risk patients or clinical situations and provides direct support to the care team
• Targets measures that will impact applicable department-specific quality outcomes (lines and drains, fall prevention, pressure injury prevention, hospital acquired infection prevention, glycemic control, plan of care, suicide prevention, pain assessment, restraint management, oral care, etc.)
• Supports unit-based skills days and shared leadership efforts at improving quality measures
• Identifies and escalates system issues that create barriers to point of care delivery
• Collaborates with department leadership, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and medical providers to identify trends in safety events and quality metrics
• Participates in organization-wide committees aimed at improving clinical practice and quality outcomes, such as the Nursing Quality Council and weekly Quality huddles

REQUIREMENTS

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• At least 3-5 years of recent frontline nursing work experience

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$103,968.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$160,800.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law