Quality Assurance Nurse
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open registered nurse jobs in North Carolina post a median of $47.75 an hour, the middle half $41–$47.75, across 946 jobs that state their pay. Registered nurses employed in North Carolina earn a median of $40.56 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Carolina Meadows in Chapel Hill reported 16 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 1,244,407 hours worked: 2.6 per 100 full-time workers, against 3.8 per 100 full-time workers at homes for the elderly without nursing carenationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
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About the job
Are you a detail-oriented RN with a passion for clinical excellence and resident-centered care? Carolina Meadows is seeking a Quality Assurance Nurse to serve as a vital leader within our skilled nursing facility. In this multi-faceted role, you will act as the Infection Preventionist (IP), MDS Nurse, and QAPI Coordinator. You will be the champion of person-directed care, ensuring our residents receive high-quality, dignified treatment while maintaining strict adherence to state and federal health regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI): Chair the QAPI and Falls committees; develop data-driven initiatives for falls, wound care, and restorative programs.
MDS & Assessment: Lead the interdisciplinary team in the MDS process; coordinate comprehensive RN assessments and ensure accurate, timely electronic submissions to state databases.
Infection Prevention: Manage the infection prevention program, analyze health data, and provide essential education to healthcare staff in collaboration with the Staff Development Coordinator.
Resident-Centered Care: Foster an environment supporting the six dimensions of wellness (physical, social, emotional, intellectual, vocational, and spiritual).
Leadership: Serve as a clinical resource for staff, investigate care-related concerns, and act as a backup to the Nurse Navigator.
Qualifications
License: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
Experience: 3–5 years of nursing experience in long-term care, including at least one year of supervisory experience.
Certifications:
Infection Control Certification (Required).
Current CPR Certification (Required).
AANAC Certification (must be completed within the first 6 months of employment).
Skills: Proficient in MDS computerized programs and standard office software; strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Knowledge: Deep understanding of general nursing principles and state/federal health regulations.
From Carolina Meadows's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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