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Clinical Administrative Nurse Consultant - Renton Washington
Company: Optum
Location: Renton, Washington
Posted On: 01/29/2025
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Under minimal supervision the RN Practice Health and Safety Consultant supports the Optum Practice Health and Safety Program at Optum WA as a field assessor and subject matter expert on clinical compliance and regulatory standards. Conducts regular assessments in each practice per Optum guidelines and ensures compliance with regulations, policies, and organizational standards. This position serves as a primary point of contact for managers and staff related to Practice Health and Safety. Regional travel is required for this position to Optum Care Washington and Polyclinic locations.
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Primary Responsibilities: -
Conduct Practice Health & Safety Assessments at all clinical sites
Ensure complete and accurate documentation of assessments and corrective action plans
Coordinate with practice managers, supervisors and staff on remediation activities surrounding identified opportunities for improvement, from initiation through completion
Provide subject matter expertise and guidance related to patient safety, regulatory compliance, accreditation standards, and evidence-based practice
Assist in developing and delivering training, education, and targeted support to practice staff as applicable
Onboards new clinics (acquisitions) to Practice Health and Safety process and standards
Proactively identify support opportunities surrounding practice health and safety, clinical compliance, and quality improvement
Maintains up-to-date working knowledge of federal and state regulations, standards, and guidelines
Developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and procedures related to Practice Health and Safety and any associated training needed
Collaborate with Employee Health and Safety team to clinical managers to ensure Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Washington Industrial Safety and Health Administration (WISHA) and Department of Ecology (DOE) compliance
Collaborate with Infection Preventionists to ensure best infection control practices and regulatory requirements are met in all clinical areas
Report assessment data to appropriate clinical departments and to Optum Practice Health and Safety
Communicate concerns and opportunities to clinical operational and facilities leaders as needed. Escalates patient safety issues as needed to minimize risk
Analyzes assessment findings to identify corrective action and programs as necessary
Analyzes patient safety trends and provides support for needed actions
Serves as resource to employees, leaders, and business partners
Duties listed below are integrated into all job functions:
All staff members are to promote a positive and productive work environment by acting maturely and responsibly, satisfactorily performing his or her job responsibilities and conducting themselves in a professional, courteous and respectful manner toward fellow employees, physicians and patients
Must relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: (a) get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extreme; (b) perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading or speaking with others; and (c) respond openly and appropriately to feedback regarding performance from a supervisor
Performs all duties in a manner which promotes and supports the Core Values and Compact of the company
Integrates Lean principles, practices and tools to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction
Frequently must follow written and oral instructions as well as complete routine tasks independently
Completes annual compliance training on HIPAA/Privacy/Confidentiality/Non-Discrimination/Harassment/Integrity Statement and signs Agreements
Ensures confidentiality of patient information following HIPAA guidelines and company policies
Attends training to meet requirements of the job position and as needed or mandated by company policies, Div. of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH), OSHA, L&I and other state/federal regulations
Has regular and predictable attendance
Non-essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs other duties as assigned
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You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. -Required Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Valid Washington State DOH Registered Nurse license
2+ years in a healthcare setting. Prefer one or more years' experience with patient safety, DOSH, CMS, quality improvement, and/or project management
Knowledge: of applicable state and federal patient safety and environmental health regulations and laws including, but not limited to CMS, DOSH/OSHA, ADA, EPA, and DOE
Knowledgeable of hazardous materials or able to complete specialized training as needed
Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, with diverse work groups, present publicly, communicate effectively with key stakeholders, lead meetings and coach teams through change and opportunities
Proven critical thinking skills, ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures
Proven proactive, self-motivated, and self-directed
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