LPN – Quality Assurance Nurse

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Quality Assurance Nurse in Flagstaff.

This role is responsible for ensuring quality assurance, infection prevention, and compliance with all state, federal, and VA standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, knowledgeable in healthcare compliance, and passionate about improving patient care through effective quality programs.

• Implement and monitor quality assurance policies and infection control programs.
• Conduct audits, data analysis, and compliance reviews across departments.
• Review CASPER reports and develop QAPI (Quality Assurance Performance Improvement) plans.
• Prepare and interpret data summaries and statistical reports.
• Assist leadership with corrective action plans and compliance monitoring.
• Lead Quality Assurance and Infection Control Committee meetings.
• Coordinate readiness for regulatory surveys and inspections.
• Investigate incidents of non-compliance, abuse, or neglect.
• Develop and deliver staff education programs related to quality and infection control.
• Track and trend infections using McGeer and non-McGeer criteria.
• Stay current with CMS, CDC, and healthcare regulatory standards.

• Quality assurance and infection prevention standards (OBRA, CMS, VA).
• Data gathering and performance improvement methodologies.
• Nursing home regulations and staff training best practices.

• Problem solving and analytical thinking.
• Data interpretation and report generation.

• Develop and coordinate effective training programs.
• Work collaboratively with staff at all levels.
• Analyze, evaluate, and implement compliance improvements.

• Active LPN or RN license in the State of Arizona.
• CPR/BLS Certification.
• 2-Step TB Test (current).
• Valid AZ Driver’s License (in-state travel may be required).
• Must pass background, OIG/SAM clearance, and drug screening.
• Local candidates only – must be available for in-person interviews and ready to start within 2 weeks of offer.

Please include all documents below in one merged PDF at the time of submission:

• Updated Resume