Patient Safety & Quality Specialist – Surgery

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 64,500 - 109,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days of vacation

Competitive health insurance packages

Free Metro transit U-Pass

Defined contribution Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a qualified professional to coordinate and implement patient safety and quality improvement activities within designated services. Candidates should possess a strong nursing background and be prepared to work collaboratively to enhance clinical effectiveness.

The role involves developing strategic plans in line with departmental standards and providing education on patient safety outcomes. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of nursing experience, Missouri or Illinois RN licensure, and essential certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with two years of nursing experience.
• Current Missouri and/or Illinois RN licensure.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient safety and quality improvement activities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor strategic plans for patient safety.
• Educate staff on improving patient quality outcomes.

Skills

Clinical Development

Clinical Research Coordination

Clinical Research Management

Complex Systems

Database Management

Epic EHR

Health Care

Patient Safety

Professional Etiquette

Research Development

Spreadsheets

Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)

Training and Development

Work Collaboratively

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

Clinical/diagnostic equipment

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a qualified professional to coordinate and implement patient safety and quality improvement activities within designated services. Candidates should possess a strong nursing background and be prepared to work collaboratively to enhance clinical effectiveness.

The role involves developing strategic plans in line with departmental standards and providing education on patient safety outcomes. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of nursing experience, Missouri or Illinois RN licensure, and essential certifications.