Patient Safety Specialist assists in the development and implementation of patient safety programs. Gathers data detailing patient-related errors and conducts analysis for management detailing the cause of the error. Being a Patient Safety Specialist recommends changes, policies, or programs that could prevent future errors. Gives presentations and training programs meant to increase awareness of patient safety initiatives. Additionally, Patient Safety Specialist tests patient-safety knowledge of employees and recommends changes to training programs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Patient Safety Specialist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Patient Safety Specialist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
RN- Patient Safety Specialist AdventHealth Gordon
Location Address: 1035 Red Bud Road, Calhoun, GA 30701
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The patient safety specialist is responsible for developing and implementing patient safety programs to reduce medical errors and health care incidents. Works collaboratively with staff to communicate all initiatives both vertically and horizontally. Gathers data detailing patient -related errors and conducts analysis for management detailing the cause of the error. Additionally, recommends changes to policies or programs that could prevent future errors.