Quality Review RN- Orthopedics

apartment UnityPoint Health location_onFort Dodge, IA 50501, US

Area of Interest: Business Professionals
FTE/Hours per pay period: .4
Department: Quality Improvement
Shift: Monday-Friday, 16 hours per week
Job ID: 177075

Overview

Quality Review RN- Orthopedics

Part-time benefit eligible

Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm

The Orthopedic Nurse Coordinator is responsible for the management and monitoring of resources, referrals, assessments, education, and general guidance throughout the continuum of care. The Orthopedic Nurse Coordinator ensures an organized, multidisciplinary approach is utilized in the administration of care to orthopedic patients, from pre-operative visits through after discharge. The Orthopedic Nurse Coordinator supports the delivery of timely services, patient-centered care, improved communication, and quality outcomes. They also serve as an expert in the management and monitoring of compliance to the orthopedic certification requirements.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Serve as an expert to DNV Orthopedic program certification requirements
Collaborate with Orthopedic Interdisciplinary Teams to improve patient outcomes
Perform chart reviews and abstract quality metrics utilizing electronic database
Assists in formulating policies, protocols and staff education
Analyze data for patterns and trends, implementing changes as needed

Qualifications

Education:

Associate's Dregree in Nursing required.

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

Experience:

One-three years successful employment in related field. Hospital RN experience preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s):

Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Current licensure in good standing to practice as a RN in the state of Iowa.

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