Director of Patient Safety – NurseRecruiter

Title of the Job: Director of Patient Safety

Location: Austin, TX

Job Description: Company Summary:Our client is a leader in the healthcare industry, dedicated to advancing patient care through innovative practices and a robust focus on safety and quality. Committed to creating a culture that eliminates avoidable harm, our client values collaboration, transparency, and proactive system evaluations to improve patient outcomes. Join a mission-driven team that prioritizes health, safety, and excellence in every aspect of care delivery.Overview of the Role:As the Director of Patient Safety, you will spearhead initiatives that foster a safety-focused culture within the organization. Your leadership will be pivotal in eliminating avoidable harm and optimizing patient care processes through strategic evaluations and collaborations with clinical leaders. This is an opportunity for you to drive significant improvements and ensure compliance with national patient safety standards.Responsibilities:

• Implement and advance a comprehensive patient safety program to eliminate avoidable harm and build a strong safety culture.
• Lead serious event and failure mode analyses to identify, assess, and mitigate patient safety risks.
• Collaborate with clinical leaders to ensure full compliance with national patient safety goals.
• Engage staff in safety rounds to identify and resolve safety concerns.
• Drive improvements in the event reporting process through feedback and engagement.
• Coordinate with legal counsel on the investigation, processing, and defense of safety claims.
• Analyze event data to identify trends and track safety progress.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field required.
• Master’s degree in a healthcare-related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in patient safety, risk, or quality in an acute care setting.
• Certification in Patient Safety (CPPS) required or must obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Strong clinical leadership background.
• Strong leadership experience in patient safety and quality improvement.
• Proven ability to analyze and resolve safety risks effectively.
• Collaborative skills with clinical and administrative leaders.
• Expertise in national patient safety standards and goals.
• Ability to engage and influence staff at all levels in safety initiatives.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive salary of up to $140,000 per year, based on leadership experience.
• Eligibility for a leadership incentive bonus.
• Opportunity to directly impact patient safety and outcomes.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support professional growth and work-life balance.

If you are passionate about patient safety and ready to lead transformative initiatives, we invite you to apply for the Director of Patient Safety role. Join our client’s mission to foster a safer and more effective healthcare environment. We look forward to considering you for this pivotal role in transforming healthcare safety standards.

Company Name: NurseRecruiter

Salary: $140000 per year

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