Strategic Clinical Quality Manager

and operational processes to impact patient centered care resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction and

decreased morbidity and mortality.

• Utilizes evidence based and best demonstrated practices to address barriers to quality improvement. This includes

promoting the adoption and utilization of Medical Advisory Board Recommended Algorithms and Standing Orders,

clinical pathways and clinical policies and procedures to improve care coordination and care delivery.

• Leverages available tools, resources and informatics technology to focus on targeted patient populations.
• Applies current knowledge of FMS clinical and administrative policies and procedures, available internal resources, working knowledge of CMS Conditions of Coverage for ESRD facilities, Value Based Payer Programs, knowledge of quality

improvement concepts, principles and practices to perform tasks and duties.

• Utilizes quality improvement techniques to promote collaboration between facilities and areas to share processes and

strategies for success. Mentors and assists facilities in identifying effective practices applicable to their needs, in testing for

desired results, and the adoption and implementation of these practices.

• Under the direction of Clinical Quality leadership, provides guidance, interpretation and subject matter expertise to clinical and

operations teams regarding quality related clinical policies and procedures, clinical standards, quality improvement tools and

electronic applications.

• Performs desk review of facility Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) documentation and attends QAPI

meetings at a frequency determined by Clinical Quality leadership.

• Collaborates with facility management staff to evaluate the effectiveness of the facility QAPI Program and CQI activities utilizing the following processes.
• Reviews completion of facility QAPI activities including but not limited to adherence to the QAPI calendar, completion of QAPI

minutes, attendance, tools and electronic applications

• Attends and participates in regional, area, facility and team meetings as appropriate which may include quality team building

and staff development and other meetings as appropriate.

• Collaborates with appropriate management staff as needed to achieve effective inter-disciplinary, intra-disciplinary and clinic relationships.
• Identifies risk areas and opportunities for improvement.
• Assists with root cause analysis and action plan development and evaluation as needed.
• Provides written or verbal recommendations to facility and area management.
• Utilizes adult education principles in the execution of education programs and processes that facilitate the implementation

and incorporation of the company's quality standards and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement in facility standard

procedures.

• Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers, including patients, staff, physicians, field

management and staff, and payers, including disease management entities.

• Develops and maintains exceptional working relationships through effective and timely communication with all customers
• Under the direction of Clinical Quality leadership, assists with various projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with facility staff and physicians.
• The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate

noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.

• The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community, approx. 60%. * Travel to Regional, Division and Corporate meetings may be required.

SUPERVISION:

None

EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:

• Registered Nurse required
• Certification in Nephrology Nursing or quality preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• 3+ years dialysis experience required.

• 3+ years management experience in a clinical leadership role.

• Strong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skills.

• Demonstrated leadership competencies and adaptability to changes in priorities.

• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the team, gain support and input while participating in quality improvement activities

• Strong verbal and written communications skills,

• Ability to analyze and propose alternate solutions, assist in resolving sensitive to complex issues

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Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors