Hendrick Health Director of Patient Safety, Infect

Director Of Patient Safety

The Director of Patient Safety, in collaboration with the Chief Nursing Officer and the Chief Medical Officer, plans, implements, directs, evaluates, and documents an integrated, comprehensive, proactive Patient Safety Program for the healthcare system. The Director serves as the system Patient Safety Officer leading the healthcare system on a journey to High Reliability Organization through the use of patient safety rounds, establishing a strong culture of patient safety, and proactive projects to improve patient safety. The Director leads the system daily patient safety huddle and chairs the Patient Safety Committee to ensure there is an ongoing plan for monitoring the effectiveness of the patient safety program.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or equivalent.

Minimum Work Experience

5 years of recent hospital experience with four years demonstrated supervisory experience.

Required Licenses / Certifications

Registered Nurse

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Compile and analyze reports

Compose applicable policies and procedures

Compose letters / memoranda

Coordinate meetings

Develop office procedures

Interview others

Proven written and editing skills

Research information

Use computerized spreadsheets to conduct analysis

Strong computer skills

Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate to all levels of the organization

Hospital experience is required