Providence - Mission Viejo, CA

posted 3 days ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Mission Viejo, CA
10,001+ employees
Hospitals

About the position

The Principal Patient Safety Officer plays a crucial role in enhancing patient safety within the healthcare setting. Under the guidance of the Director of Risk Management, this position is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating the patient safety program. The officer will utilize assessment tools and patient safety data to identify risks and develop strategies aimed at improving safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in clinical processes. This role also involves educating staff on patient safety and influencing leadership to achieve measurable improvements in patient safety outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and evaluate the patient safety program.
  • Analyze clinical processes to identify potential risks for patients.
  • Develop strategies to maximize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with the quality improvement department to implement improvement initiatives.
  • Educate staff regarding patient safety practices.
  • Influence leaders to achieve measurable improvements in patient safety.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  • 5 years of experience in an acute care hospital
  • 2 years of patient safety experience

Nice-to-haves

  • Master's Degree in Nursing

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid holidays
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