Join a team that’s dedicated to Improving Lives!
Ellsworth County Medical Center (ECMC) is seeking a Healthcare Quality Improvement Specialist (RN or LPN) to champion infection prevention, patient safety, and quality initiatives. If you’re passionate about driving healthcare excellence, collaborating with teams, and making a meaningful impact in patient care, this is the opportunity for you!
Why ECMC?
We’re more than a hospital—we’re a mission-driven team committed to integrity, stewardship, compassion, and service. As a critical access hospital with four Rural Health Clinics in North Central Kansas, we provide high-quality, patient-centered care. At ECMC, you’re not just an employee—you’re family.
What You'll Do
✅ Lead Quality & Infection Control Initiatives – Oversee and implement best practices to maintain a safe and compliant healthcare environment.
✅ Monitor & Improve Patient Outcomes – Analyze infection data, hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), and quality metrics to drive continuous improvement.
✅ Educate & Empower Staff – Provide training on infection prevention, safety protocols, and quality care standards.
✅ Ensure Regulatory Compliance – Stay ahead of state, federal, and accreditation requirements to maintain hospital-wide excellence.
✅ Evaluate Patient Satisfaction – Work with Press Ganey surveys to assess and enhance the patient experience while identifying areas for growth.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
✅ Work-Life Balance – Flexible scheduling in a team-focused environment.
✅ Competitive Pay – $26 - $40/hour based on experience.
✅ Sign-On Bonus – $2,000 for eligible applicants.
✅ Growth & Learning – Access professional development and educational opportunities.
✅ Comprehensive Benefits:
Is This You?
✅ You're passionate about quality improvement and infection control.
✅ You thrive in a collaborative, patient-centered healthcare environment.
✅ You’re detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive in problem-solving.
✅ You communicate effectively with staff, leadership, and patients.
About Ellsworth County:
Ellsworth County, Kansas, offers a perfect balance of small-town charm and professional opportunity. Whether you enjoy outdoor recreation, scenic landscapes, or a welcoming community, this is a place where you can live, work, and thrive. Thinking about relocating? We offer community ambassador tours and spousal employment assistance to make your transition seamless.
📢 Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today and be part of a workplace that truly values you and the community we serve!
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POSITION QUALIFICATIONS |
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Education: |
Associate’s degree from an accredited school of Nursing; bachelor’s degree preferred |
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Experience: |
Minimum 2 years’ experience working in an acute hospital setting; previous experience working with infection control preferred |
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Preferred Skills: |
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Certifications/Registrations: |
Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Kansas and must maintain registration required in the state of Kansas. BLS required. |