Manager-Patient Safety

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Manager-Patient Safety to enhance patient safety culture and implement strategic safety initiatives. The successful candidate will oversee safety committees, conduct training, and manage data collection for quality improvement. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health and retirement benefits

Paid time off

Educational benefits

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of clinical experience in healthcare.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• RN preferred; Patient Safety Certification or CPPS required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety programs.
• Lead Patient Safety Committee and reporting committees.
• Coordinate Root Cause Analysis and track corrective actions.

Skills

Data management

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Master’s Degree in a healthcare-related field

Baccalaureate degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Statistical software

Job description

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Job Description

• − Develop, manage and implement programs and mechanisms that foster a culture of safety (e.g., unit based leadership, leadership safety rounds)
• − Ensure the organization is improving patient safety in accordance with the National Patient Safety Goals (Joint Commission)
• − Lead Patient Safety Committee and other safety reporting committees (Med Safety, Radiation Safety, EOC, Med equipment, etc.)
• − Schedule presentations, draft agendas, report to the board Quality committee
• − Coordinate and run Root Cause Analysis and track corrective actions
• − Facilitate the implementation, monitoring, and reporting of corrective actions related to serious and sentinel events
• − Coordinate and track projects related to patient safety, including failure mode effects analysis
• − Manage projects to ensure timely completion of reports, analyze data, and develop data reports and displays
• − Administer Culture of Safety Survey and coordinate action planning
• − Develop data collection tools and manage data collection for patient safety projects
• − Gather data from internal and external sources to establish benchmarks and gather lessons learned
• − Develop patient safety education and conduct training for leadership and staff
• − Collaborate on producing the Patient Safety Newsletter
• − Oversee the planning and implementation of the Patient Safety Fair, Good Catch Program, and Daily Safety Checks

Qualifications

• − Master’s Degree in a healthcare-related field preferred
• − Baccalaureate degree or higher plus 5-10 years of clinical experience in healthcare
• − Experience in data management and analysis for quality improvement
• − Proficiency in computer programs (Word, Excel, Access); experience with statistical software a plus
• − Valid Driver’s License required
• − RN preferred; Patient Safety Certification or CPPS required (or willing to obtain within one year)

Work Details

• − Work Shift: Day
• − Location: 5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, PA

About Jefferson Health

Jefferson Health is a nationally ranked, comprehensive health system serving the Philadelphia region and beyond, committed to providing high-quality care, education, and research. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive rewards package including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, paid time off, educational benefits, and more.