Director of Patient Safety — Lead Proactive Risk Reduction

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision benefits

Mental health resources

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Fertility and family-building benefits

Education assistance

Time Away From Work

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Job summary

HCA Florida Largo Hospital is seeking a Director of Patient Safety to lead a culture of safety and identify opportunities to enhance patient safety. You will develop strategic and operational plans for proactive risk reduction and oversee safety initiatives across the facility.

The role requires 3–5 years in patient safety or quality, CPPS within one year, and strong leadership with expertise in safety analysis and EHR systems. Join a leading hospital network focused on quality care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field required.
• CPPS certification within one year of hire; must comply with state requirements as applicable.
• 3–5 years of experience in patient safety, risk or quality; EHR and reporting system experience preferred.
• Knowledge of patient safety science principles, theories, methods, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership, organization and motivation; experience with safety analysis techniques (RCA, FMEA, etc.).
• Knowledge of rapid cycle improvement theory and human factors.

Responsibilities

• Lead proactive evaluation and redesign of health systems to prevent future errors.
• Oversee information and management systems supporting the patient safety program.
• Coordinate investigation of serious events and internal/external reporting.
• Facilitate participation in Risk Reduction Program components.
• Guide leadership to foster open, learning environments and safe systems.

Skills

Strong leadership

Patient safety knowledge

Quality improvement

Information management

Open communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare related field

CPPS (Certification in Patient Safety)

Tools

Electronic health records

Reporting systems

Job description

HCA Florida Largo Hospital is seeking a Director of Patient Safety to lead a culture of safety and identify opportunities to enhance patient safety. You will develop strategic and operational plans for proactive risk reduction and oversee safety initiatives across the facility.

The role requires 3–5 years in patient safety or quality, CPPS within one year, and strong leadership with expertise in safety analysis and EHR systems. Join a leading hospital network focused on quality care.