Interim Manager, Quality & Patient Safety

HCT is a reputable healthcare staffing and recruiting agency specializing in connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier facilities across the United States. With a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and professionalism, HCT focuses on providing exceptional staffing solutions tailored to the unique needs of hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare organizations. The agency prides itself on its deep understanding of the healthcare industry, ensuring that every placement aligns perfectly with both the candidate's career goals and the employer's expectations. This dedication to excellence has made HCT a trusted partner for healthcare facilities seeking experienced and skilled professionals to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

Currently, HCT seeks an experienced nursing professional to serve as the Interim Manager of Quality and Patient Safety for a large 390-plus bed hospital located in California. This interim management role is an excellent opportunity for nursing leaders looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic acute care setting. The position will primarily focus on managing, analyzing, and reporting data derived from various cardiac-focused registries and chart reviews. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting thorough data analysis, creating comprehensive graphs and reports to illustrate findings, and supporting process improvements and quality initiatives within the hospital.

As the Interim Manager of Quality and Patient Safety, the professional will play a pivotal role in driving quality assurance activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and enhancing patient safety protocols. This involves close collaboration with clinical and administrative teams to identify areas for improvement, develop strategies to address gaps in care, and implement sustainable quality measures. The role requires exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in utilizing electronic medical records systems, specifically Cerner, to capture and interpret patient data effectively.

The hospital setting provides a fast-paced but supportive environment where the Interim Manager will harness their nursing expertise and leadership abilities to foster a culture of continuous quality improvement. Given the nature of the assignment, expenses such as housing, airfare, and rental cars are covered, which supports the temporary relocation requirements. The pay package is competitive, reflecting the specialized skills and experience required for this critical position.

This position is a unique blend of clinical acumen, data management, and leadership that demands a BSN-prepared nurse with a California RN license and a minimum of three years of relevant experience in an acute care hospital environment. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical competencies as well as the ability to build and manage complex spreadsheets that support quality initiatives. This role suits a professional passionate about advancing patient care through meticulous quality and safety oversight, with a strong emphasis on cardiac care data.