Make an Impact on Stroke Care at UPMC Altoona

Quality & Performance Improvement

• Support multidisciplinary quality and performance improvement initiatives focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for patients.
• Review medical records and extract clinical information to evaluate performance, outcomes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze data and trends to identify opportunities to improve quality, patient safety, and the patient experience.
• Lead and support process improvement efforts, including core measures and other quality-focused initiatives.
• Apply performance improvement methodologies and best practices to help develop and implement sustainable solutions.
• Recognize the clinical and operational impact of quality outcomes and help drive meaningful process improvements.

Stroke Program Leadership & Collaboration

• Help advance the Stroke Program by identifying challenges, developing solutions, and influencing clinical practice.
• Partner with hospital leaders, physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams to implement change and improve patient care.
• Build strong relationships across departments and engage staff in quality improvement efforts.
• Serve as a clinical nursing resource and leader, identifying opportunities that benefit both patients and staff.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities.

Education & Staff Engagement

• Educate and support staff through changes in processes, practices, and quality initiatives.
• Share clinical and quality expertise through mentoring, education, presentations, and other learning opportunities.
• Encourage continuous learning and help team members understand the connection between quality initiatives and better patient outcomes.
• Promote effective communication, teamwork, professionalism, and collaboration across the healthcare team.

Data, Regulatory & Professional Practice

• Utilize appropriate systems and reporting tools to collect, interpret, and communicate quality data.
• Support compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and organizational standards.
• Use critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate complex clinical and quality issues.
• Incorporate professional standards, evidence-based practices, and organizational goals into improvement efforts.
• Participate in shared leadership and peer review activities as appropriate.