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Manager Patient Safety

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Overview

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit the Orthopedic Spine and Hand Center Family Birth Center the Lactation Support Center and retail store and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here at https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield.#bakersfieldRN

One Community. One Mission. One California

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Oversees the facility Patient Safety Program, including the Patient Safety Plan requirements for the collection, analysis and reporting of events and patient safety data, investigation of events and near misses, and ensuring all accreditation and regulatory requirements for patient safety are fully met. Participates in system office initiatives and programs to mitigate identified risks at various facilities which result in reduced costs, reduced adverse patient outcomes, and safer patient care. Coordinates claim team requests and collaborates with other key stakeholders to implement learnings from claims. Oversees the coordination of all legal documents related to hospital liability.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or five (5) years of related job or industry experience in lieu of degree.
Minimum of three (3) years of risk management, patient safety and/or other related professional experience and a minimum of two (2) years of experience managing/ supervising employees and/or vendors.
CA RN license preferred

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What You Should Know About Manager Patient Safety, UNAVAILABLE

Are you passionate about patient safety and improving healthcare outcomes? Mercy Hospital in Bakersfield is looking for a dedicated Manager of Patient Safety to join our compassionate team. With over 100 years of commitment to our community, Mercy Hospitals provides a range of innovative medical and surgical services, including the only inpatient oncology unit in the area. As our Manager of Patient Safety, you will oversee our facility's Patient Safety Program, ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements. Your responsibilities will include gathering and analyzing patient safety data, investigating events and near misses, and coordinating with our claims team to mitigate risks and enhance patient care. We're looking for someone with a strong background in risk management and patient safety, with ideally three years of relevant experience and a knack for leading teams. A Bachelor's degree is required, though we value experience too, so if you have five years in the field, we want to hear from you! Bring your skills and commitment to a place where you can truly make a difference in patient care—join us at Mercy Hospital!

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What are the responsibilities of a Manager Patient Safety at Mercy Hospital?

The Manager of Patient Safety at Mercy Hospital is responsible for overseeing the Patient Safety Program, which includes the collection and analysis of safety data, investigation of events and near misses, and ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Additionally, this role involves coordinating with claims teams and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance patient safety measures.