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Are you interested in influencing safer patient care through high-quality evidence-based care? We invite you to join our Patient Safety team in the Quality department.

The initial focus of the position will be decreasing and preventing hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPI) through process improvement.

The future scope will encompass global patient care improvements in the AK region.

We are looking for dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference in patient safety and care standards. If you are driven by excellence and innovation, this role is perfect for you!

Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Hire Vue system!

Hours: Full Time (40 Hours Weekly) Day Shift

This position supports the organization's Risk Management/ Patient Safety program through investigation and analysis of potential and actual adverse events, claims, and regulatory compliance and accreditation related occurrences or deficiencies, participation in Root Cause and Intense Analyses, and relevant committee attendance. Performs risk analysis in order to maintain protection of organization's assets; Investigates any incidences that may result in asset loss; and compiles findings in reports for further review, along with actual or potential injury to patients and visitors, collecting information necessary to prepare for defense of claim.

The Risk/Patient Safety Specialist develops and administers programs and interventions that support a safe environment and high quality care for patients of PSJH organizations within the Alaska Region. This position promotes and models high reliability and performance improvement initiatives and projects throughout the organization.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Discipline or health care related field or quivalent educ/experience
RN
Upon hire: Alaska Registered Nurse License (Vendor Managed)
5 years Healthcare related experience in a responsible position requiring contact with various departments. Two of the five years required must be clinical patient facing experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Upon hire: Certification as Healthcare Quality Professional or Healthcare Risk Management Professional or able to obtain within 3 years of hire.
Demonstrated leadership experience
Related Risk experience

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

The Providence family of organizations has a vision of health for a better world. As such, we are called to care wisely for our communities, resources, and earth. Our organizations strive to become carbon negative by 2030.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

About the Team

Providence has a long history of serving Alaska, beginning when the Sisters of Providence first brought health care to Nome in 1902 during the Gold Rush. This pioneering spirit set the standard for modern health care in Alaska and formed the foundation for Providence's growth as the state's largest private employer and leading health care provider.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are located in Anchorage, Eagle River, Kodiak Island, Mat-Su, Seward, and Valdez. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requsition ID: 358295

Company: Providence Jobs

Job Category: Clinical Quality

Job Function: Quality/Process Improvements

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Career Track: Nursing

Department: 1017 AK PAMC PATIENT SAFETY

Address: AK Anchorage 3200 Providence Dr

Work Location: Providence Alaska Medical Ctr-Anchorage

Workplace Type: On-site

Pay Range: $49.34 - $76.59

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What You Should Know About RN - Quality Assurance, Providence

Are you an RN looking to make a real impact in patient safety and quality assurance? Join the Providence Alaska Medical Center as an RN - Quality Assurance and become a vital part of our Patient Safety team! This dynamic role focuses on decreasing and preventing hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPI) through innovative process improvement strategies. Your expertise will not only contribute to immediate patient care enhancements but also foster long-term improvements in quality standards across the Alaska region. At Providence, we value excellence and innovation, and we know that dedicated professionals like you play an essential role in achieving outstanding patient outcomes. In this full-time position, working during the day shift, you'll support our Risk Management and Patient Safety program by investigating potential adverse events and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You'll also analyze incidents involving patient care and compile findings for further review. We are seeking individuals with a passion for bettering healthcare and a commitment to high reliability and performance improvement initiatives. If you hold a Bachelor's Degree in a clinical discipline and have at least five years of relevant healthcare experience, we'd love to hear from you. Your voice matters here, and together we can make a significant difference in the lives of our patients. Ready to transform healthcare quality in Alaska? Apply today and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

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What are the responsibilities of the RN - Quality Assurance at Providence Alaska Medical Center?

As the RN - Quality Assurance at Providence Alaska Medical Center, you will be responsible for investigating adverse events, conducting root cause analyses, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Your role will involve analyzing risks and ensuring that patient care standards meet regulatory compliance. You will also develop programs aimed at improving patient safety and quality across the Alaska region.