Patient Safety System Director

The Patient Safety System Director is a highly visible leader who champions patient and resident safety throughout the organization. They oversee the safety event reporting system, design and implement safety programs, and promote a just and safe culture. The role requires expertise in patient safety, human factors engineering, and quality improvement methods. The Director works collaboratively with medical, nursing, and clinical leadership to implement improvement strategies and coaches and mentors leaders and team members on effective change management and teamwork.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in healthcare, behavioral science, or related field
• 5-6 years relevant experience in hospital care quality, accreditation, safety, and/or risk management
• Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) or Certified Professional in Health Care Risk Management (CPHRM)
• Registered Nurse (RN) certification is preferred
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), Healthcare Accreditation Certified Professionals (HACP), or Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt is preferred

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Relocation Assistance