Director Quality - Patient Safety

Director Quality - Patient Safety

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 138 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

The posted compensation range of $51.03 - $75.90 / hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

This position is responsible for the design, coordination, implementation and management of the Organization's Performance Improvement (PI) and Patient Safety plans and identifies opportunities for improved patient care and outcomes and reductions in harm, with the implementation of evidence-based practices. Provides leadership in defining, implementing and integrating quality, safety, service and efficiency strategies into the plans, policies, and organizational processes that affect the organization's operations and strategic direction.

Establishes performance improvement goals annually with relevant stakeholders. Ensures the Performance Improvement Plan and the hospital-focused projects for the year are implemented and their effectiveness is evaluated annually. Develops and implements processes and formats which support data collection, aggregation, analysis, and action planning. Assures data is managed appropriately and disseminated to appropriate leadership staff. Provides leadership in developing quality improvement and patient safety training programs and coaches organizational clinical / service lines and operational / support departments in quality improvement principles. Implements and oversees the organization-wide patient safety program and manages the reporting, data analysis, and evaluation as outlined in the Patient Safety Plan. Oversees the events reporting process, root cause analyses, investigations and requests from the claims team (including management of subpoenas, Summons and Complaints, and coordination of legal documents related to hospital liability). Participates in system office initiatives and programs to mitigate risks in the facility which have been identified at other hospitals, resulting in reduced costs, adverse patient outcomes and ultimately safer patient practices and care. Collaborates with the Medical Staff and Organizational Leadership to develop and enhance safe patient care while achieving optimal outcomes, including the organization's peer review program and ongoing and focused practitioner evaluation.

Provides leadership and is responsible for accreditation and regulatory survey readiness. Oversees mock survey tracers to assess survey readiness. Provides education to staff and providers on regulatory compliance. Organizes required staff to develop responses to survey deficiencies and submits responses to the appropriate accreditation or regulatory agency. Has overall accountability for assigned work group relative to operational goals, personnel requirements, and budgetary constraints.

Required Education and Experience : Bachelor's degree in healthcare or five (5) years of related job or industry experience in lieu of a degree. Minimum of five (5) years of progressive management responsibility in a health care setting Two (2) of which is related to managing an acute care organization's Quality Improvement Program. Minimum of two (2) years of clinical, patient care experience or equivalent. Experience developing and implementing clinical, service and operational process improvement initiatives, both small and large scale. Experience with the event reporting process, root cause analyses, and event investigation / review. Experience with patient compliant / grievance investigations and prompt resolution. Five (5) years' experience in Quality Management can be used in lieu of state license. Required License and Certifications : State License in a clinical field Certification required in one of the following (or within 24 months of hire) : Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) Healthcare Quality Mgmt (HCQM) Cert Prof Healthcare Qual (CPQPS)

St. Luke's HealthSugar Land Hospital offers the latest technology and treatments for residents of Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston. Our services range from heart care and neuroscience to robotic surgery. Our recently opened Family Birthing Center offers incomparable care and amenities in a spa-like environment to provide a VIPVery Important Pregnancyexperience. Since 2008, our experienced doctors, nurses, and support staff have provided expert care to support our community.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https : / / www.commonspirit.careers / benefits .

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.