Location Address

1455 Saint Francis AveShakopee, MN 55379-3374

Date Posted

February 06, 2026

Department

16002240 Regional Safety and Quality

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week

40

Union Contract

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation

None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
8-hour day shifts
No weekends

Job Description

Provides advisory support in continuous performance improvement initiatives and regulatory requirements. Develops strategies. Leads regulatory readiness, supports external surveys and responds to agencies. Serves as a resource systemwide.

Principle Responsibilities

Monitors quality and patient safety.
Creates and manages quality performance data.
Conducts investigations and facilitates interdisciplinary reviews.
Oversees reviews in partnership with team members.
Coordinates projects.
Guides and trains.
Advises, trains and provides direction.
Attends and contributes on committees and with teams.
Develops strategies.
Serves as an advisor for accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Leads regulatory readiness.
Supports annual external surveys and responds to agencies.
Consults and provides recommendations.
Leads projects and performance improvement initiatives.
Collaborates to identify opportunities.
Measures and analyzes data to formulate recommendations.
Implements and monitors plans.
Serves as resource systemwide.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Health Care, Nursing, Process and Performance Improvement, Project Management or other related field
3 to 7 years of experience in health care, project management, performance improvement, quality improvement and/or patient safety
2 to 5 years of experience in electronic medical records
2 to 5 years of experience in project management and/or quality improvement principles

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Pharmacy, Health Care Administration, Engineering or other health care related field
Knowledge of safety and quality improvement processes
Knowledge of healthcare operations, systems thinking, and process improvement

Licenses/Certifications

Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred
Health Care Quality Management (HCQM) preferred
Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) preferred

Physical Demands

Sedentary:
Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $42.92 to $59.38 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include

Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Patient Safety and Quality Advisor

EHS Manager: Lead Safety & Compliance States