Quality ImprovementHC Specialist 4

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82789

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Sacramento

Full / Part Time

Part Time

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Job Summary

The Heart and Vascular Cen t er CQI Nurse Analyst position combines knowledge of diagnostic, interventional, and surgical cardiovascular procedures and experience within the operations settings of this environment to design, maintain and enhance the functions of clinical data collection, reporting, structures, systems management. The CQI Nurse Analyst will assist in compiling and analyzing data to assist the learning needs of staff specific to quality and safety initiatives. The position will report to the Heart and Vascular Center, Clinical Quality Data and Outcomes Manager and will work in close collaboration with the departments CQI nurses and data analyst to create custom reports as needed to identify CQI projects and ad hoc reports.

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December 15, 2025, by 11 : 59 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and / or certification if required of the position

• Valid California RN license without restrictions
• Bachelor of Nursing degree (BSN) or combination of comparable clinical education and / or experience
• At least 3 years of experience in the cardiovascular / vascular surgery setting.
• Demonstrated skill to work collaboratively with physicians and clinical department chairs.
• Advanced level of understanding of clinical assessment, planning, and evaluation skills demonstrating a broad base of clinical knowledge and patient care skills.
• Advanced skill to abstract cases, maintain abstraction schedule, and perform data analysis of outcomes to identify trends and / or opportunities for improvement.
• Advanced skill to use performance improvement methods for retrospective and concurrent reviews as demonstrated in past performance.
• Demonstrated ability to present recommendations.
• Advanced skill to speak publicly in front of physicians, department chairs, physician champions, and hospital leadership regarding quality-related data.
• Computer and Internet skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Department Overview

Heart Center department at UC Davis Medical Center provide care to adult patients with a variety of medical (medical surgical, critical care, emergent, perioperative) needs.

This position reports to the Director of the Heart & Vascular Center and is responsible for coordination of clinical research trials in one or more of a variety of inpatient and / or outpatient settings. This position will coordinate the provision of nursing services in support of medical research of cardiovascular diseases in the Section of Cardiovascular Medicine. Coordinate the recruitment, enrollment, treatment and retention of research subjects in accordance with study protocols.

Maintain data collection system and procedures, monitor patient response to treatment, administer study medications, perform phlebotomy, monitor vital signs and perform other specialized nursing procedures appropriate to specific needs of various research studies. Participates in the planning, development, and regulatory process of clinical protocols. Applies experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, sets priorities, and uses abstract thought to evaluate clinical protocols and situations. Participates in staff education or population focused training. Demonstrates leadership skills and the ability to problem solve on a broad level. Participates in the development and review of standard operational procedures applicable to the Cardiovascular Research Unit.

POSITION INFORMATION

Benefits

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Work Environment

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At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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