What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Safety/Quality Specialist position at Beaufort County Memorial Hospital?
Patient Safety/Quality Specialist
About the Organization Beaufort Memorial, a not-for-profit hospital founded in 1944 on the banks of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, is licensed for 201 beds (169 acute, 14 rehabilitation and 18 mental health). We are an acute-care hospital, a regional referral center and the largest medical facility between Savannah, Ga., and Charleston, S.C.Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, Beaufort Memorial boasts a dedicated, high-quality medical staff of nearly 230 board-certified or board-eligible providers.
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in the Lowcountry through improved health, innovative partnerships and superior care. Position Patient Safety/Quality Specialist Location Beaufort Memorial Hospital Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift Days Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Description
Assists with implementing process improvement initiatives that support the reduction of patient/health errors and other factors that contribute to unintended adverse patient outcomes. Support departments and the Medical Staff in activities related to risk management, patient safety and quality improvement. Assists with safety assessments, staff education on the system-based causes for patient errors, and implementation of evidence-based programs that support effective patient safety strategies.
Position RequirementsEducation:
Bachelor's Degree required, Masters preferred
Experience:
Hospital clinical experience required
Three years of experience in a healthcare enviornment, preferably in the risk management and/or patient safety environment
Previous experience with regulatory requirements, safety/risk/quality management and education preferred
Experience in clinical operations and/or experience working in perofrmance imporvement or quality management areas preferred
Certifications/Licenses:
Active South Carolina RN license required
Certification in patient safety and/or risk management preferred
EOE Statement Beaufort Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.This position is currently accepting applications.
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