Systemwide Patient Safety & Risk Lead

Central Maine Healthcare Corporation; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center is seeking a Patient Safety Program Manager to guide system-wide patient safety efforts across CMH. The role emphasizes measurement, evaluation and proactive reporting of sentinel events in accordance with Maine Sentinel Event law.

Ideal candidates hold an RN license, have five years of clinical experience, and preferably hold a CPHQ certification. This full-time position offers a days shift and competitive pay in a supportive safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Current state RN licensure.
• Five years of clinical experience or demonstrated understanding of ambulatory and acute care clinical practices.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support a system-wide approach to measure, evaluate and improve patient safety across Central Maine Healthcare.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and participate in safety assessments, improvement efforts, RCA and FMEA.
• Lead and align system leaders to identify patient safety risks and facilitate implementation of safety-promoting systems and processes.

Skills

RN Licensure

Clinical Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

CPHQ certification preferred

Job description

Central Maine Medical Center is seeking a Patient Safety Program Manager to guide system-wide patient safety efforts across CMH. The role emphasizes measurement, evaluation and proactive reporting of sentinel events in accordance with Maine Sentinel Event law.

Ideal candidates hold an RN license, have five years of clinical experience, and preferably hold a CPHQ certification. This full-time position offers a days shift and competitive pay in a supportive safety-focused culture.