About this opportunity
Townsen Memorial Hospital lists this Registered Nurse, Quality opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Quality Coordinator
Townsen Memorial Hospital - West is looking for a full-time Quality Coordinator to join our team! The Quality Registered Nurse is responsible for leading clinical quality, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives across the organization. This role applies clinical nursing expertise to evaluate care delivery, identify opportunities for improvement, and support evidence-based practice changes. The Quality Nurse participates in clinical data analysis, review of patient care concerns and complaints, regulatory compliance activities, and development of corrective action plans. This role serves as a clinical resource to interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, safe, and compliant patient care.
Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of Texas required.
Essential Functions
Apply clinical nursing knowledge to evaluate quality of care, patient outcomes, and safety events
Review and analyze patient complaints, adverse events, and clinical quality indicators to identify contributing factors
Conduct clinical data analysis to identify trends, gaps in care, and opportunities for performance improvement
Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement corrective action plans
Support and participate in root cause analyses (RCA), failure mode analyses (FMEA), and other patient safety investigations
Monitor clinical compliance with evidence-based standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies
Assist in development and revision of clinical protocols, policies, and nursing practice standards
Participate in patient safety rounds, chart reviews, and clinical audits as needed
Provide education and coaching to clinical staff related to quality improvement, documentation, and patient safety practices
Support accreditation and regulatory survey readiness with a clinical focus
Prepare clinical quality reports and present findings to leadership and quality committees
Participate in hospital quality committees, performance improvement teams, and patient safety initiatives
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong clinical nursing knowledge with ability to interpret patient care processes and outcomes
Understanding of healthcare quality frameworks (e.g., CMS, TJC, AHRQ, patient safety standards)
Ability to analyze clinical data and translate findings into actionable improvement strategies
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills in complex clinical environments
Effective communication skills with clinical and non-clinical stakeholders
Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards related to patient care quality and safety
Ability to lead or participate in multidisciplinary quality improvement initiatives
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quality/data reporting tools
Education and Experience
Associates Degree in Nursing
Registered Nurse in the State of Texas
Two (2) years of acute care clinical experience
Basic Life Support certified
Benefits
3 Medical Plans
2 Dental Plans
2 Vision Plan
Employee Assistance Programs
Short and Long Term Disability Plans
Basic Life and Voluntary Insurance Plans with AD&D
401(k) with a 2-year vesting
PTO + Holidays
Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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