Job Summary

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

Minimum Work Experience

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

Required Licenses/Certifications

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.

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Hendrick Health Director, Safety, Epidemiology & Performance