The Registered Nurse {RN) who serves as the Accreditation Coordinator in the Quality Management Service. He/she is designated a technical advisor in all matters pertaining to accreditation and continuous readiness and coordinates all accreditation activities with affected individuals/services {e.g., presurvey/post survey requirements, associated Issue Briefs, Action Items).
The Accreditation Coordinator focus is on individual growth and development in practice with increased levels of self-direction and limited critical thinking skills. Provides expertise and leadership in the areas of the facilities OIG healthcare inspections and related inquiries, TJC standards, Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection (OAWP), the Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI), CARF, LTC, Ascellon, and other internal and external survey programs.
Responsible for implementing and maintaining accreditation activities across the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS). The Accreditation Coordinator has the responsibility for planning and coordinating continual regulatory compliance readiness activities throughout the Medical Center and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). Adheres to established policies, standards of care, and regulations.
Develops and participates in all aspects of Quality Improvement (QI) projects and implements QI when possible. Utilizes a team approach when interacting with multidisciplinary teams and affiliates, and provides consultation to other units on individual patients and provides in-services for OIG and Regulatory related activities.
The Accreditation Coordinator serves on, or leads, committees, workgroups, and teams as assigned by management; exercises control and continuing responsibility for projects, questions, or problems associated with the various compliance programs across the medical center.
The incumbent plays a critical support role in developing and coordinating internal review systems including tracers, audits, and mock surveys, to assure that both clinical and administrative programs are in compliance with agency, accrediting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborates with leadership, unit managers, and frontline employees to identify accreditation related educational training needs for staff, while supporting activities that foster competence, critical thinking skills, and decision making. Acts as a resource across departments/services-providing assistance and training as needed to both clinical and nonclinical staff. Attends interdisciplinary meetings daily and attend any staff, national or VISN meetings assigned.
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 08:00am - 04:30pm, Subject to changed based on the facility needs.
Telework: AD-Hoc only Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Elaina.Robinson@va.gov · 479-502-1586
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $73741 – $139549/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-13.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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