Patient Safety Manager

CHEC; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CHEC is seeking a Patient Safety Manager to enhance patient safety and incident management. This role involves implementing the NHS Patient Safety Incident Response Framework, collaborating with key stakeholders, and leading safety improvement projects. Join a committed team focused on delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or implementing PSIRF.
• Ability to review incidents and data to inform decisions.

Responsibilities

• Promote a systems approach to incident investigations.
• Lead the implementation of the NHS patient safety strategy.
• Develop and deliver education programmes on patient safety.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Registered healthcare professional

Job description

Job summary

The Patient Safety Manager will be a key member of CHEC's Quality, Risk and Compliance Team, contributing to all aspects of patient safety and incident management to support the delivery of high-quality, safe care for all service users. This is a new role, focusing on coordinating and implementing the NHS Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) alongside Regional Heads of Quality Governance, Risk & Patient Safety, the Chief Nurse, and the Chief Medical Officer.

Main duties of the job

1. Promote a systems approach to incident investigations.
2. Ensure patient safety incidents are recorded in the central database and reported to the Learning from Patient Safety Events (LFPSE) Lead.
3. Support patient safety improvement projects.
4. Lead the implementation of the NHS patient safety strategy and response framework.
5. Develop and deliver education programmes on patient safety.
6. Collaborate with the Governance Team and Regional Leads to promote patient safety, clinical quality, and the Clinical Governance strategy.
7. Develop and implement patient safety systems, processes, and initiatives aligned with national and organizational needs.

About us

We are committed to attracting talented individuals to join our team and help us achieve our goals. We value our people and are dedicated to the future of community health, with CHEC playing an innovative role. If you are care-focused and eager to be part of a thriving organization, CHEC is your employer of choice. We have an exciting opportunity for a Patient Safety Manager to support our growth across the UK.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Experience working with or implementing PSIRF.
• Ability to review incidents and data to inform decisions.
• Organized approach with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Registered healthcare professional (e.g., NMC, HCPC, GMC).
• Strong communication skills, including with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a busy working environment.

Person Specification

Additional Criteria

• Essential experience working with or implementing PSIRF.
• Ability to review incidents and data to inform decisions.
• Organized approach with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Registered healthcare professional (e.g., NMC, HCPC, GMC).
• Strong communication skills, including with internal and external stakeholders.
• Thrives in a busy working environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to ensure suitability for the role.

Employer details

Employer name: CHEC

Address: CHEC Preston, 1-6 Star Building, Olivers Place, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 9WT

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