Qapi Manager Jobs in Greer, SC (NOW HIRING)

Under the supervision of the Administrator, the Admission and Quality Nurse Specialist is responsible for managing the clinical evaluation, admission, and recertification processes for patients and residents of the facility, while coordinating and performing quality assurance and performance improvement activities. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body regulations, including Medicare/Medicaid standards, and supports the facility’s commitment to quality of life and care, and operational excellence.

1. Assists the Administrator and Director of Nursing with the coordination of the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee meetings and activities.
2. Assist with the development and implementation of the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Plan and provide support and training of facility staff in QAPI activities.
3. Participate in the annual review of the QAPI Plan and make recommendations for improvements to Facility Leadership.
4. Actively participate in and contribute to the development of the annual Facility Assessment by incorporating key quality metrics and areas of focus for additional education or competency.
5. Prepare QAPI reports for Facility Leadership, which are subsequently shared with ombudsman, Family Council and Resident Council and other stakeholders, as appropriate.
6. Maintain records and minutes of Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee.
7. Assists with education and orientation for new employees regarding QAPI
8. Reviews admission referral documents prior to facility admission to evaluate specific needs, history and physical, physician orders. Discusses findings with Director of Nursing. If appropriate and necessary, work with Central Supply to order any special equipment and supplies needed.
9. Communicates with sending facility to receive handoff report from sending facility. Coordinates and communicates admission activities with facility leadership and the interdisciplinary team.
10. Upon admission, meets with the resident and family to welcome and provide an initial orientation to the facility. Completes the initial Nursing Observation/Assessment, baseline care plan, and other required steps to complete the admission process.
11. Post-admission ensures the baseline care plan is accurate and complete.
12. Attends and participates in Stand-up and Stand-down, Clinical Morning Meeting, QAPI, and other clinical meetings to provide clinical updates, with data and recommendations from the perspective of quality assurance.
13. Willing and able to assist with clinical coverage and call to meet the needs of resident and patients, with the nursing leadership.
14. Is familiar with applicable state and federal regulations and facility policies and procedures.
15. Will participate in Manager On Duty weekend assignments as scheduled.

• Skilled communicator, director and motivator
• Able to organize and prioritize many tasks effectively
• RN or LPN/LVN, RN license in state of practice
• Minimum 6 months long-term care experience unless a combination of experience and training are deemed sufficient for successfully functioning at the prescribed level
• Demonstrated knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Insurance required
• Reliable transportation required

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families) 
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
• In-facility education programs and more!

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets