As a service organization, Wesley selects employees who bring our mission to promise. When you become a member of the Wesley team, you contribute to the active lifestyle, high quality of care and other services we provide older adults at our award-winning communities or other residence. Our workforce is as diverse as our services, which include independent living, assisted living, Catered Living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, home care and home health.
Our Total Rewards philosophy is a balanced approach that meets the needs of employees on their career journey whether they are just joining the workforce or nearing retirement. We evaluate our Total Rewards offerings annually to provide benefits employees would find meaningful. In addition to competitive wages and a commitment to pay equity, we offer the following benefits and other compensation :
- Employees, and their families if elected, can participate in medical and vision insurance (full time and ACA eligible), dental (full time) and group life (employee only for full time, excludes part-time and on-call staff)
- We offer a combined paid time off (PTO) policy which incorporates state paid sick leave with company paid time off at an accrual rate of 0.0607 per hour worked, equivalent to 120 hours of PTO at 2,080 hours worked in a year. We also offer 6 Paid Holidays (8 hours for full time and 6 hours for part time per event, excludes on-call staff) and 1 Personal Holiday of Choice per year (excludes on-call staff)
- Retirement planning is encouraged through our 403(b) plan that includes a generous 100% company match on the first 4% of earnings an employee contributes. There is a 5-year vesting schedule on the company match, and minors are ineligible for the company match
- A food and beverage discount of 50% is available to all employees at any Wesley bistro. Employees are also eligible for On-Demand Pay with Dayforce Wallet. Minors need parental consent to access this benefit
- To assist employees with challenges outside of the workplace, Wesley offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which is 100% company paid. Additionally, Wesley Community Foundation provides grants to qualifying employees as detailed in the plan summary
- Lastly, the efforts and contributions of our valued employees are celebrated in our best-in-class recognition and reward platform, Inspire. Points earned for various reasons may be redeemed for a variety of merchandise, gift cards, tickets, travel and other experiences selected by the employee
This summary is intended to reflect the most reasonable and genuinely expected offering of benefits and other compensation for the posted job. The official website for all Wesley job postings is Wesley is not responsible for content on third-party job boards. Salary ranges, benefits and other compensation are subject to change.
Enrichthe lives of older adults through community, choice, and continuing care in theClinical Educator & QA Nurse role. The Clinical Educator & Quality Assurance Nurse plays a criticalrole in ensuring high-quality patient care in home health and hospice services throughout Washington State . This positionfocuses on staff education, competency development, and quality assuranceinitiatives to ensure compliance with WashingtonState Department of Health (DOH), Medicare, Medicaid, and other regulatoryagencies . The ideal candidate will be a knowledgeable resource forclinical staff, fostering excellence in patient care and continuousprofessional growth. Find your sense ofbelonging at Wesley!
Youwill provide continuing care through these responsibilities
Essential functions of this position include the following.
Clinical Education & Training :
Develop and deliver Washington State-compliant training programs for new and existing staff, covering OASIS-E, palliative care best practices, Hospice Item Set (HIS), infection control, and state-specific regulatory updatesProvide hands-on clinical training, including end-of-life care, pain and symptom management, wound care, and advanced nursing interventionsConduct ongoing competency evaluations, skills validations, and refresher courses to ensure staff proficiency in home health and hospice careIn partnership with Human Resources, develop annual skills competency programAct as a resource for clinicians, offering guidance on documentation best practices and patient care in compliance with Washington State labor laws and nursing scope of practiceEducate staff on Washington State's Death with Dignity Act , advance directives, and hospice-specific legal requirementsQuality Assurance & Compliance :
Monitor and audit patient records to ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and Washington State DOH regulationsOversee OASIS review, ICD-10 coding accuracy, and regulatory documentation compliance for home health and hospice servicesDevelop quarterly QAPI performance improvement plans for home health and hospiceConduct educational sessions with staff to provide trends and areas of focus for QAPI measuresConduct clinical review of SOC, recertification and ROC visitsAssist in preparing for state and federal audits, accreditation surveys (ACHC, CHAP, or Joint Commission), and internal compliance reviewsIdentify quality improvement opportunities and implement corrective action plans to enhance clinical performance, patient safety, and regulatory adherenceLead investigations into patient complaints, adverse events, and infection control breaches , ensuring timely resolution and reporting per Washington State DOH guidelinesThrough QA strategies and programs, ensure quality ratings, star ratings, and patient satisfaction scores exceed industry averagesPerformance Improvement & Staff Support :
Serve as a mentor and coach for clinical staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning, excellence, and compassionate patient careCollaborate with leadership to develop evidence-based policies and procedures tailored to Washington State regulationsTrack key performance indicators (KPIs) , such as hospitalization rates, patient satisfaction scores, and compliance trends , to drive quality initiativesLead interdisciplinary meetings focused on care coordination, regulatory updates, and performance improvement strategiesEnsure compliance with HIPAA guidelinesand other company-related procedures for protecting confidential and sensitiveinformationPerforms job in compliance with companypolicies, procedures and professional standardsOther duties and special projectsas assignedOur requirements and qualifications for success
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related fieldActive Registered Nurse (RN) License in Washington State orout-of-state MSLFollow the Washington Nurse Practice ActIf MSL, complete Suicide Prevention Training in advance of hireper state regulationsIf MSL, complete Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON) MSLdemographic surveyAbility to obtain a CPR and First Aid certification within 30 daysof hireEffective and comprehendible English verbal and written communicationskills to accomplish charting, record keeping, and to comprehend written ordersand proceduresMinimum of two years' clinical nursing experience; home healthexperience preferredDemonstrated knowledge of Performance Improvement and Quality AssuranceprogramsKnowledge of the regulatory requirements for home health andhospice, including the OASIS data collection and reporting requirements andOBQI expectations for Medicare Certified AgenciesStrong organizational and time management skills; ability to workwith minimal supervisionUse logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions,conclusions, or approaches to problemsExperience in research, analysis, and report preparation isdesirableDriving is an essential function and / or a legitimate business purpose of this position; therefore, a valid driver's license is required as a condition of employmentPhysical,environmental, and mental requirements
Ability to stand and walk 2-3 hours at a timeAbility to sit for periods of time for record review, phoneconsulting, and computer data entryAbility to lift up to 40 lbsAbility to listen to and comprehend information and ideas providedthrough conversation, email, and textSalary Range : $41.98 to $60.29 per hour
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