RN Nurse MGR, RISK / SAFETY OFFICER

Under the direction of the Clinical Quality Improvement Director, the Risk Manager/Patient Safety Officer has primary oversight of the facility-wide risk and patient safety program. Responsible for directing process improvements that support the reduction of risk and medical/clinical errors and other factors that contribute to unintended adverse patient outcomes. Provides leadership for risk and safety assessments, coordinates activities of the patient safety committee, educates other practitioners of the system-based cause for medical errors, and communicates evidence based strategies regarding effective patient safety to leaders of the organization. Serves as a key member of the Clinical Quality Department. Collaborates, educates and engages leaders, associates, and physicians in process improvements associated with patient safety and quality. Must pay close attention to detail and have superb customer service and communication skills.