NYS Nurses Association

RN Employment: New York City

Quality Improvement Consultant - (Contract position)
Contact

Fund for Public Health in New York

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Responsibilities

Serve as primary point of contact for small practices by working closely with physicians and their staff to implement process and systems improvements that lead to improved quality of care delivery and health outcomes.

  • Provide technical assistance to physicians to help them improve the health outcomes of patients, particularly smoking, cholesterol, hypertension, and aspirin-prophylaxis.
  • Provide support for office redesign (e.g., workflows, documentation, standard processes) to improve office efficiency.
  • Provide additional coaching on preventive-health features of the EMR and how to use them as part of QI activities
  • Provide a forum for discussing performance feedback and sharing best practices for QI efforts
  • Liaison between small practice providers and various units with the PCIP to provide feedback on quality improvement efforts
Qualifications Required
  • RN or PA with at least 2-3 years of clinical experience preferred
  • Outpatient internal medicine/primary care experience preferred
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to quality improvement (including NCQA measures), health care statistics as well as automated data information systems.
  • Advanced skills in data management as well as the ability to analyze and present data to groups and individuals
  • Ability to develop, organize, and facilitate special projects
  • Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, staff and external organizations
  • Strong computer skills
  • Willingness to travel within the 5 boroughs
Additional Information

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Primary Care Information Project (PCIP) Taskforce is an interdivisional program designed to use health information technology to improve population health in NYC. As part of a Mayoral priority, the Taskforce coordinates the DOHMH's activities to provide leadership in citywide initiatives to extend the use of electronic health records (EHR) among thousands of ambulatory primary care providers. The DOHMH will help to transform the delivery of health care services to medically underserved communities throughout the City by helping providers to move from a paper based to an electronic health care delivery system. DOHMH anticipates that this unprecedented $60 million project will fundamentally improve access to information, thereby assisting providers to delivery higher quality care.

In collaboration with The Fund for Public Health in New York (FPHNY) , a not for profit corporation serving as program partner with DOHMH to implement and advance public health initiatives, PCIP is seeking Quality Improvement Consultants. Under contract to FPHNY, the Consultant will collaborate with DOHMH senior Quality Management staff to implement a systematic, practice-facing program for health outcomes management and quality improvement efforts.

If you would like to be considered for this consultant opportunity, please submit your resume, with salary requirements to Lbreiner@health.nyc.gov

Job Posted 18 July 2008

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RN Nurse Manager (Full-time)
Contact

A. MacDonald
CHD Meridian Healthcare, LLC
40 Burton Hills Blvd
Nashville, TN 37215

F.: 615.234.9026

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Responsibilities

CHD Meridian Healthcare, a subsidiary of I-trax Inc., a leading provider of integrated workplace health and productivity management solutions, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to serve as our Health Center Manager for our on-site occupational health center, located in Midtown Manhattan (adjacent to Grand Central Station).

This is a unique leadership opportunity that offers the seasoned nursing professional the management of operations, where we provide excellent healthcare to the employees of a large transportation industry client. They will interact with our client’s management team in developing and revising policies and procedures. In addition, the qualified candidate will be responsible for coordinating, leading, directing, and maintaining a successful integrated Occupational Health Program. Candidates should be flexible, self-motivated, dedicated to quality patient care and customer satisfaction. This position has oversight of a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Serving more than 150 clients at over 350 locations nationwide, CHD Meridian offers a broad spectrum of on-site, disease management and wellness services including primary care, pharmacy, occupational and corporate health. CHD Meridian is focused on making the workplace safe, helping companies achieve employer of choice status, reducing costs while improving the quality of care received and the productivity of the workforce.

CHD Meridian Healthcare offers a very competitive salary and full benefits, including 401K with employer match. If interested in this great opportunity, please visit the 'Working Here' section of our web site to apply. EOE.

CHD Meridian Healthcare, LLC — Requisition #08-0510

Qualifications Required

Candidates are required to have a BSN and COHN with at least 3 years management experience. Experience in occupational health with an understanding of DOT regulations preferred, but not required. Case Management experience a plus. They should be able to think outside of the box, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and work effectively in a team environment. Strong computer skills required. No weekends, nights or holidays!

Additional Information

Please follow the link provided to apply for this opportunity.

Job Posted 9 July 2008

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Occupational Health Nurse – RN or LPN (Part-time)
Contact

US HealthWorks

F.:661.678.2472

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Responsibilities

Primary responsibility of the Occupational Health Nurse is to develop and administer specified occupational health, safety and wellness programs; provide direct patient care; and performs other administrative and safety services as stipulated.

Essential Duties:

  • Coordinates the delivery of all worksite health and medical services provided to employees.
  • Provides initial assessment and treatment of work-related injuries and illnesses and refers for further evaluation and treatment with health care provider/physician as necessary.
  • Provides direct patient care for the treatment of injuries and illnesses within the U.S. HealthWorks Worksite Nursing Medical Directives and Protocols.
  • Assesses non-occupational illnesses occurring at work, determines the need for immediacy of treatment and gives guidance to seek care from personal health care providers.
  • Provides or coordinates employee immunization programs and required occupational health surveillance exams including, pulmonary function, audiometric, vision screening, drug testing and others.
  • Functions as in-house case manager as related to Disability Management, FMLA, ADA and Workers’ Compensation to enhance communication between employees and department representatives. Facilitates successful return-to-work.
Qualifications Required

Education & Experience:

  • Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
  • Current RN or LPN license to practice in the State
  • 3+ years experience in Occupational Health Nursing
  • Knowledge of state and/or federal Workers’ Compensation laws
  • Knowledge of occupational and environmental health, medical surveillance programs, and case management services
Additional Information

LPN's and Non-certified Nurses experienced in Occupational Healthcare welcome to apply!

Job Posted 9 July 2008

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Healthcare Clinical Applications Consultant (Full-time)
Contact

Cori Welborn
Herman Miller for Healthcare
Herman Miller, Inc.
925 North Point Parkway, Suite 100
Alpharetta, GA 30005

T.: 800.549.8217
F.: 954.375.9562

e-mail
Web site

Responsibilities
  • Provide in-depth understanding of clinical environments and product knowledge to the HMI sales, design, marketing and R&D organization, dealer network, customers and A & D community.
  • Educate internal and external customers in order to expand the market for existing clinical products and ensure appropriate product applications. Manage workflow analysis and clinical product specifications for specific clinical customers.
  • Provide clinical application, product knowledge, workflow analysis and customer services in a variety of settings.
  • Participate in corporate, regional and customer presentations and training concerning clinical environments, applications and products.
  • Act as the technical professional resource to the organization and dealer network concerning clinical practices and issues, clinical work environments needs and product applications.
  • Participate in the development of sales, planning and product literature to ensure clinical use and product specification accuracy.
  • Act as a field-based resource for market and product research.
  • Recommend new products for development as well as maintenance and enhancements for existing products
  • Be an active development team member especially in defining product criteria, design development, beta site testing and product evaluation processes. Direct the implementation of customer in-servicing and clinical product pilot programs.
  • Participate in trade shows, customer site visits and client trips to corporate showrooms.
  • Assist in the planning and organization of corporate and dealer showrooms and trades show booths.
  • Manage territory coverage and budget
  • Remain current on new healthcare philosophies and techniques for state-of-the-art product applications.
Qualifications Required
  • Registered nurse (RN) required
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing required
  • Minimum five years of progressive clinical experience in a middle management supervisory position in acute care hospital settings required
  • Superior interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, including making presentations to groups of professionals
  • Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and build/maintain effective business relationships
  • Computer competency with proficiency in MS Office suite
Qualifications Preferred Ideal experience as clinical director, involved in med-surg services, managed multiple nurse managers and served as key member of chief nursing officer’s team.
Additional Information

Home office based position; 50-60% regional travel.

Herman Miller, Inc., creates great places to work through the design, manufacture and distribution of furnishings, interior products, and related services. Through problem-solving research and design, the company seeks to develop innovative solutions to real needs in working, healing, learning, and living environments.

Fast Company magazine today named Herman Miller, Inc. to its “Fast 50” list of the world's most innovative companies. Herman Miller ranked 26th this year and was the only representative of the contract furniture industry.

Applicants must apply online at www.hermanmiller.com, referencing requisition #523

Job Posted 19 June 2008

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Performance Improvement Nurse Coordinator (Full-time)
Contact

Michael Sorola
Professional Medical Connections

T.: 800.908.3721 ext. 100
F.: 866.566.7826

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Responsibilities

NYC hospital is seeking a Performance Improvement Coordinator. This RN will be working with the department of Anesthesiology.

Duties will include:

  1. Participates in Performance Improvement (P.I.) activities between the Department of Anesthesiology , hospital-wide Quality Management Department, Risk Management Department and Utilization Review Department.
  2. Participation on departmental, departmental umbrella, and related hospital-wide Performance Improvement Committees.
  3. Evaluation and reporting of Performance Improvement referrals from all sources.
  4. Participation in data retrieval and analysis.

This position has a very competitive salary with benefits and the hospital is seeking someone to begin ASAP. Apply today!

Qualifications Required
  1. Minimum of two years experience as a PI Coordinator
  2. Perioperative experience preferred
  3. An RN with an appropriate fund of knowledge may be considered
  4. Working knowledge of the Performance Improvement process
  5. Literate in Microsoft Office
Additional Information

Salary is negotiable. Position location is in Brooklyn, NY.

Job Posted 20 May 2008

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