Patient Safety Coordinator - RN

ZipRecruiter; New Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Florida seeks a Patient Safety Coordinator to oversee safety initiatives and reduce medical errors. The role requires a Registered Nurse (RN) with significant clinical and leadership experience. Candidates will lead teams in establishing a safety culture and ensuring adherence to patient safety standards. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match and additional yearly contribution

Yearly performance appraisals

Extensive training and mentorship

Community discounts

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Patient Safety Certification (CPPS) required.
• 5 years of clinical-related experience; 2 years in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient safety initiatives and reduce medical errors.
• Work with teams to monitor patient safety processes.
• Educate and support staff on safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Patient Safety Knowledge

Education

Associates in Nursing

Bachelors in Healthcare Related

Bachelors in Nursing

Job description

Job Description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest Patient Safety Coordinator who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. Founded 1965, Morton Plant North Bay Hospital is West Pasco County’s only not-for-profit community hospital, with 222 beds. Our commitment to improving the health of our community continues to grow each year as we reinvest in upgrading our buildings and expanding key services to provide the latest care.

Patient Safety Coordinator position details

• Location: North Bay Hospital
• Status: Full Time, Salary
• Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Weekend Work: Occasional
• On Call: No

Patient Safety Coordinator responsibilities:

• Lead and facilitate patient safety initiatives impacting clinical and operational processes throughout the organization
• Review and reduce medical errors and other factors that contribute to patient harm
• Work collaboratively with care teams and leaders to develop, deploy and monitor patient safety standard adherence and patient safety improvement processes that ensure safe, clinically effective care
• Engage the unit/department-based patient safety coaches in process improvement activities and harm reduction strategies
• Provide on-going support, education and guidance to leaders, team members and physicians on patient safety practices and protocols to mitigate risk of errors that cause patient harm and foster a safety culture across the health system
• Oversee and audit safety process adherence and maintains documentation of performance improvement efforts

Education:

• Required Associates Nursing or Bachelors Healthcare Related
• Bachelors Nursing

Credentials:

• Required RN (Registered Nurse)
• CPPS (Patient Safety) certification
• Required specific skills include knowledge of regulatory standards as relates to the Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals

Experience:

• 5 years clinical related experience
• 2 years leadership experience

BayCare is all about making the most of your life and loving your career. With this in mind, BayCare provides an array of benefits to help you meet the daily challenges of balancing all aspects of your life and career goals.

• Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Extensive training and mentorship with amazing career growth opportunities
• ️ Community discounts and more

AND the Chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled