Patient Safety Specialist - Quality & Risk Leader

OSF HealthCare; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Patient Safety Specialist to support the implementation and sustainment of a comprehensive patient safety program across operating units. This role monitors safety events, identifies trends, supports action plan execution, and promotes a culture of safety through frontline engagement and education.

Travel across OSF locations is expected; 2 open FTEs. An RN license with CPPS/CPHQ and an Associate degree are required, with a Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 2 years of healthcare experience including participation in quality or safety projects or investigations.
• Active RN license in the appropriate state and CPPS/CPHQ certification is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate degree is the minimum.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to analyze data and promote safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and sustainment of a comprehensive patient safety program.
• Monitor safety events, identify trends, and support action plan execution.
• Promote a culture of safety through frontline engagement and education.
• Collaborate with clinical leaders and interdisciplinary teams to improve reliability in care delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Patient Safety Specialist to support the implementation and sustainment of a comprehensive patient safety program across operating units. This role monitors safety events, identifies trends, supports action plan execution, and promotes a culture of safety through frontline engagement and education.

Travel across OSF locations is expected; 2 open FTEs. An RN license with CPPS/CPHQ and an Associate degree are required, with a Bachelor's degree preferred.