[Remote] Strategic Clinical Quality Manager - Kentucky Region

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Fresenius Medical Care is a leading healthcare company specializing in dialysis services, and they are seeking a Strategic Clinical Quality Manager for the Kentucky Region. The role involves developing and implementing quality assessment programs to improve clinical outcomes across dialysis facilities, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and managing quality initiatives.ResponsibilitiesFacilitates the implementation and integration of the FKC Quality programs and initiatives into the facilities' standard operating procedures through teamwork and collaboration with area and facility clinical, interdisciplinary and operations teamsServes as a subject matter expert for clinical quality matters when collaborating with other RNs and members of the Area Quality Team. Identifies clinical quality improvement opportunities in the assigned area to achieve CMS Conditions for Coverage and FMS quality program requirementsManages the tactical execution of Quality and other clinical initiatives, interventions and standardized education materials with facility RNs within the assigned areaProvides general direction, nursing and clinical guidance related to appropriate theoretical perspectives and feedback based upon professional standards and FMCNA guidelines to support facility RNs within the assigned area in achieving the desired outcomes in the following: quality, patient satisfaction, teamwork, unit culture, and employee satisfactionCollaborates with appropriate stakeholders including but not limited to the Clinical Quality leadership, Education, Clinical Services, Regulatory and Compliance to take the appropriate steps to facilitate achievement of quality goals and ongoing patient safety improvementMentors and trains staff to collect, trend, and analyze data on a day to day basis to monitor the effectiveness of their clinical and operational processes to impact patient centered care resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction and decreased morbidity and mortalityUtilizes evidenced based and best demonstrated practices to address barriers to quality improvement. This includes promoting the adoption and utilization of Corporate Medical Advisory Board Recommended Algorithms and Standing Orders, clinical pathways and clinical policies and procedures to improve care coordination and care deliveryLeverages available tools, resources and informatics technology to focus on targeted patient populationsApplies current knowledge of FMS clinical and administrative policies and procedures, available internal resources, working knowledge of CMS Conditions of Coverage for ESRD facilities, Value Based Payer Programs, knowledge of quality improvement concepts, principles and practices to perform tasks and dutiesUtilizes quality improvement techniques to promote collaboration between facilities and areas to share processes and strategies for success. Mentors and assists facilities in identifying effective practices applicable to their needs, in testing for desired results, and the adoption and implementation of these practicesUnder the direction of Clinical Quality leadership, provides guidance, interpretation and subject matter expertise to clinical and operations teams regarding quality related clinical policies and procedures, clinical standards, quality improvement tools and electronic applicationsPerforms desk review of facility Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) documentation and attends QAPI meetings at a frequency determined by Clinical Quality leadership. Collaborates with facility management staff to evaluate the effectiveness of the facility QAPI Program and CQI activities utilizing the following processesReviews completion of facility QAI activities including but not limited to adherence to the QAI calendar, completion of QAI tools and electronic applicationsAttends and participates in regional, area, facility and team meetings as appropriate which may include quality team building and staff development and other meetings as appropriate. Collaborates with appropriate management staff as needed to achieve effective inter-disciplinary, intra-disciplinary and clinic relationshipsIdentifies risk areas and opportunities for improvementAssists with root cause analysis and action plan development and evaluation as neededProvides written or verbal recommendations to facility and area managementUtilizes adult education principles in the execution of education programs and processes that facilitate the implementation and incorporation of the company's quality standards and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement in facility standard proceduresAccountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers, including patients, staff, physicians, field management and staff, and payers, including disease management entitiesDevelops and maintains exceptional working relationships through effective and timely communication with all customersUnder the direction of Clinical Quality leadership, assists with various projects as assignedPerforms other related duties as assignedSkillsRegistered Nurse required3+ years dialysis experience required3+ years management experience in a clinical leadership roleStrong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skillsDemonstrated leadership competencies and adaptability to changes in prioritiesAbility to work collaboratively with other members of the team, gain support and input while participating in quality improvement activitiesStrong verbal and written communications skillsAbility to analyze and propose alternate solutions, assist in resolving sensitive to complex issuesBSN or Bachelor's Degree in healthcare related field preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experienceCertification in Nephrology Nursing or quality preferredCompany OverviewFresenius Medical Care is a healthcare company that provides dialysis treatment for those with chronic kidney diseases. It was founded in 1912, and is headquartered in Bad Homburg, Hessen, DEU, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.freseniusmedicalcare.com.Company H1B SponsorshipFresenius Medical Care has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 2 in 2025, 5 in 2024, 14 in 2023, 18 in 2022, 10 in 2021, 20 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.