Patient Safety Officer (Rn)

Job Description
Under general supervision, performs oversight and operational execution of both the patient safety and accreditation programs.
Skills &
Abilities
Knowledge of large-scale health care facilities, policies and issues
Proven experience in going through a formal Accreditation survey
Ability to analyze clinical data (processes and outcomes).
A current understanding of patient safety theory, methods, standards and regulatory requirements is essential along with a commitment to life-long learning to maintain expertise in a rapidly changing field
Ability to make independent decisions regarding professional, technical and liability areas required.
The ability to ensure the confidentiality and rights of all patients, health systems and departmental documents is required
Language Skills
Must be able to clearly articulate ideas and concepts in non-judgmental and non-confrontational ways.
Mathematical &
Computer Skills
The PSO must have a data-driven mindset and must understand and use basic statistical methods and formal analytic methods
Reasoning Ability
Ability to make independent decisions after appropriate assessment and communicate relevant information vertically and horizontally throughout the organization effectively.
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Certification in the field of Patient Safety (e.G. CPPS, CPSO) or Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) is preferred.
Physical Demands
Will work from a clean, well-lighted environment.
Requires lifting and carrying reports/files weighing up to 10 pounds approximately 10% of the time.
Requires sitting approximately 70% of the time;
requires walking and standing approximately 20% of the time.
Requires occasional bending and reaching. Potential for minimal exposure to blood and/or body substances and hazardous materials requiring the observance of Standard Precautions and safe handling practices.