Quality Assurance RN

• Assist in the planning, organization and direction of Quality Assurance programs and related

activities.

• Assist Department Heads and staff in the evaluation of programs and effect changes as necessary

to improve programs and assure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Communicate revised plans and changes to facility management to maintain awareness.
• Coordinate concurrent review studies performed within the quality assurance program, prepare

resulting reports as required.

• Establish and maintain tracking systems for recommendations of groups involved in quality

assurance.

• Develop and implement appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. and

submitting to Administrator as required.

• Represent the facility at and participate in meetings as directed.
• Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Schedule committee meetings and notify members of such meetings.
• In the absence of the Direct of Nursing and the Assistant Director of Nursing may be considered

to act as interim Director of Nursing.

• Assist in developing follow-up procedures for monitoring identified problem areas.
• Maintain a reference library of written quality assessment and assurance material, laws, etc.

necessary for complying with current standards and regulations.

• Assist in developing yearly evaluation schedules for departmental studies.
• Serve as chairperson of the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee.
• Serve as liaison among committees and/or department to focus on quality assurance in the

ongoing operation of the facility.

• Develop and participate in programs designed for in-service education, on the job training and

orientation classes.

• Prepare and plan the quality assessment and assurance department’s budget and submit to the

Administrator.

• Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations and recommend adjustments that ensure the

continued ability to provide quality care.

• Ensure all quality assessment and assurance personnel are knowledgeable of resident rights and

responsibilities, including the right of refusal.

• Performs other related assignments as required

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred* Registered Nurse License

Skills

Preferred* Long Term Care

Behaviors

Preferred* Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred* Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

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