Patient Safety Manager manages a staff responsible for developing and implementing patient safety programs. Supervises the investigation of errors and then plans for resolution of all safety related incidents, including those involving employees, visitors, patients, and situations posing a threat to the hospital's buildings and equipment. Being a Patient Safety Manager maintains records of patient-related errors and evaluates this information in order to identify the cause of the error. Collects, reviews, and analyzes information from the facility's safety programs to identify corrective action and programs as necessary. Additionally, Patient Safety Manager recommends changes, policies, or programs that could prevent future errors. Designs and presents training programs meant to increase awareness of patient safety initiatives. Ensures compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Patient Safety Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Patient Safety Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Summary
Responsible for leading and supporting initiatives to promote a culture of safety and high reliability within Hendrick Health. The Patient Safety Specialist will work closely with leadership, clinical teams, and other stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, implement evidence-based practices, and sustain improvements in patient safety and quality of care.
The Patient Safety Specialist will manage the day to day operations of the Patient Safety Program. Promotes a strong patient safety culture. Provides education to improve patient safety culture and high reliability across the organization. Oversees the organizations compliance with CMS, Joint Commission standards, and LeapFrog standards related to Patient Safety.
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