Quality Coordinator- Senior Services
 Lakewood Health System | ||||||||||||||||
$26.45 - $36.49 Hourly
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tuition assistance, 401(k)
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 United States, Minnesota, Staples | ||||||||||||||||
 Apr 21, 2025 | ||||||||||||||||
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Job Details
Description
About Lakewood Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the fifth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond. About the Team The Senior Services team at Lakewood Health System provides compassionate care across long-term care, assisted living, and home-based services. The team is dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centered care while upholding the highest standards in safety, quality, and service. The Quality Coordinator works collaboratively with nursing, leadership, support staff, and external partners to foster a culture of continuous improvement and regulatory readiness. Mission for Position To lead and support quality improvement and infection prevention efforts across all senior services settings, ensuring consistent excellence in care and compliance with regulatory standards. Duties & Responsibilities * Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations related to long-term care, assisted living, and home-based services. * Lead quality improvement initiatives using data-driven methodologies such as PDSA and LEAN to enhance outcomes and operational performance. * Develop and oversee the Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP) across all senior care settings. * Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in infection prevention and senior care. * Partner with leaders to promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and service excellence. * Facilitate engagement with residents, tenants, and their representatives on quality and safety topics. * Collaborate across departments to standardize best practices and drive innovation. * Represent Senior Services in regulatory reviews and external forums. * Manage data collection, audits, and documentation to support continuous readiness. * Create and deliver staff education and training on infection prevention, quality standards, and regulatory expectations. * Act as a subject matter expert for frontline staff and leadership regarding infection control and quality improvement practices. Position Type
Qualifications
Qualifications * A minimum of a two-year health-related associate degree (e.g., Nursing (ADN), LPN, Health Information Technology, Medical Assisting, OTA, PTA, Human Services, Healthcare Administration). * Certification in Infection Control preferred or must be obtained within three years of hire. * Minimum of three years of relevant healthcare, public health, or social services experience; at least one year in senior care services preferred. Ideal Candidate * Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to lead and educate multidisciplinary teams. * In-depth knowledge of infection control practices and regulatory requirements. * Proactively leads quality initiatives and fosters a collaborative environment. * Demonstrates attention to detail in infection prevention and compliance tracking. * Builds strong partnerships across departments and disciplines. * Communicates clearly and effectively with teams, residents, and external partners. * Champions continuous improvement in all aspects of senior care. Benefits Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!
With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare! A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide! Next Steps Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience? >>>Contact Kathy Dobson to discuss the possibilities further: Apply Online | Careers - Lakewood Health System Lakewood Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. | ||||||||||||||||