Patient Safety & Quality Improvement Coordinator

Wellstar Health System; North Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking an experienced registered nurse to coordinate patient safety programs, gather data on patient-related errors, and conduct causal analyses including RCAs. The role also conducts risk assessments based on credible guidelines and leads initiatives to improve safety culture.

The position requires an Associate's degree in Nursing, a GA RN license or multi-state compact, and 2+ years in nursing or adverse event monitoring; CPHP/CPPS certification is

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing required.
• Current RN license in Georgia or multi-state compact.
• 2+ years nursing experience or adverse event monitoring.
• CPHQ or CPPS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient safety programs and gather data on patient-related errors.
• Conduct root cause analyses (RCA) and risk assessments.
• Recommend practice changes, policies or programs to mitigate risks.
• Provide patient safety and risk reduction training events.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Group facilitation

Project management

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

RN license in Georgia or multi-state compact

Job description

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking an experienced registered nurse to coordinate patient safety programs, gather data on patient-related errors, and conduct causal analyses including RCAs. The role also conducts risk assessments based on credible guidelines and leads initiatives to improve safety culture.

The position requires an Associate's degree in Nursing, a GA RN license or multi-state compact, and 2+ years in nursing or adverse event monitoring; CPHP/CPPS certification is