Patient Safety Coordinator

Job description

Min USD $34.34/Hr. Max: USD $53.23/Hr. Overview: Key Responsibilities: Patient Safety & Risk Reduction: - Monitor, investigate, and analyze patient safety events, near misses, and incident reports. - Conduct root-cause analyses (RCA), failure mode & effects analyses (FMEA), and other safety assessments. - Support initiatives that reduce hospital-acquired conditions, medication errors, and procedural risks. Regulatory Compliance: - Ensure adherence to standards set by The Joint Commission, CMS, state health departments, and other regulatory bodies. - Maintain documentation and reports required for audits, surveys, and accreditation processes. - Coordinate patient safety–related compliance activities across departments. Education & Training: - Promote a non-punitive, transparent safety culture focused on continuous improvement. Data Management & Reporting: - Utilize incident reporting software and quality improvement tools effectively. Collaboration & Communication: - Partner with nursing, medical staff, quality improvement teams, and administration to implement safety initiatives. - Participate in safety huddles, committee meetings, and multidisciplinary reviews. Qualifications: Edu...