Director of Patient Safety & Risk Reduction

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Florida Largo Hospital in Largo, FL is seeking a Director of Patient Safety to lead a culture of safety and proactive risk management. You will develop strategic and operational plans to build a proactive safety program and reduce harm across the facility.

This role requires CPPS within one year, a healthcare degree, 3–5 years in patient safety and risk, and strong leadership. You will oversee investigations, data systems, and risk reduction initiatives while partnering with facility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field is required.
• CPPS certification within one year of hire.
• 3–5 years of experience in patient safety, risk, or quality; EHR experience preferred.
• Knowledge of patient safety science, regulatory requirements, and RCA/FMEA methods.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills; advanced computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and oversee proactive evaluation and redesign of systems to prevent future errors.
• Implement information and management systems to support patient safety programs.
• Oversee investigation of serious events and internal/external reporting.
• Coordinate Risk Reduction Program components.
• Guide leadership to foster open, learning-oriented safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Patient safety analysis

Rapid cycle improvement

Computer skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field

CPPS (Certification in Patient Safety)

Tools

Electronic Health Records systems

Reporting systems

Job description

HCA Florida Largo Hospital in Largo, FL is seeking a Director of Patient Safety to lead a culture of safety and proactive risk management. You will develop strategic and operational plans to build a proactive safety program and reduce harm across the facility.

This role requires CPPS within one year, a healthcare degree, 3–5 years in patient safety and risk, and strong leadership. You will oversee investigations, data systems, and risk reduction initiatives while partnering with facility