![Northwestern Memorial Healthcare](https://contents.bebee.com/companies/us/northwestern-memorial-healthcare/avatar-umfE7.png)
Manager Patient Safety
2 weeks ago
The Manager Patient Safety reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Manager Patient Safety is responsible for planning and coordinating the overall operations of the Patient Safety program for the assigned territories within NM in coordination with and at the direction of the Director of Risk and Patient Safety, NMHC.
Coordinates and leads patient safety endeavors at the local site and assigned territories, and is primarily responsible for proactive patient safety surveillance, overseeing patient safety initiatives and/or adverse event follow-up improvements, and complying with patient safety related standards monitored by relevant external agencies.
Periodic travel to other NM business unit sites is required.
This position will advance the use of patient safety strategies and high reliability to achieve key organizational goals in quality and patient safety.
The Manager Patient Safety closely partners with NM administrative, physician, nursing, ancillary, and operational leadership at their local site, and with their respective Patient Safety Program Manager(s) at the assigned territories, to advance patient safety through the development and implementation of patient safety plans and strategies that facilitate the achievement of strategic organizational goals.
Responsibilities:
Develop strong working relationships and demonstrate a positive attitude in all workforce interactions
Demonstrate, and teach patient safety, high reliability, culture of safety, and shared improvement models in all venues.
Assist Director to coach and develop staff to optimal professional effectiveness and engagement.
Mentor, train, and orient staff involved in patient safety as directed.
Coordinate components of graduate and medical school patient safety education programs, as relevant.
Collaborate with senior leadership and other departments in development of strategic and operational programs in support of the NMHC strategic plan.
Lead, support and facilitate the use of tools and implementation of systems/processes that identify patient safety risks, promote a culture of safety, reduce patient harm, and improve high-reliability healthcare.
Facilitate and participate in causal analyses. Develop RCA and ACA action plans in collaboration with risk management, and clinical and operational leadership. Identify actions, measures and interventions that address root and apparent causes. Monitor and support timely and effective implementation.
Coordinate the activities of relevant patient safety committees, including, but not limited to, organizing meeting agendas and follow-up activities, overseeing and maintaining applicable dashboard(s), developing and tracking patient safety related goals, and disseminating information to relevant stakeholders.
Conduct detailed and accurate analyses of data at NMHC and external to NMHC (e.g., benchmarks, comparative data) to identify trends, safety risks, best practices, and mitigation strategies.
Maintain collaborative relationships with other teams/departments including, but not limited to, Risk Management, Clinical Quality, Process Improvement, Accreditation and Compliance, and Nursing.
Collaborate with Accreditation and Compliance to coordinate organizational responses to regulatory standards related to patient safety, including but not limited to TJC's National Patient Safety Goals & Sentinel Alerts.
Participate in the development, review, and revision of hospital policies and procedures that affect patient safety.
Directly manage and mentor the Patient Safety Program Manager(s) in the assigned territories, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Oversee the implementation and coordination of patient safety initiatives, ensuring the Patient Safety Program Manager(s) effectively executes programmatic activities.
Collaborate with the Patient Safety Program Manager(s) to develop and maintain a cohesive patient safety strategy.
Work closely with the Patient Safety Program Manager to evaluate program outcomes and identify areas for enhancement.
Participate in relevant assigned territories committee meetings (e.g., Patient Safety Oversight Committee) to offer support and guidance to the Patient Safety Program Manager(s); provide constructive feedback, as needed.
Manage the allocation of resources, including budgetary considerations, to support the effective functioning of the patient safety program.
Responsible for self-development and professional engagement, including, but not limited to, knowledge of the literature, attendance at professional meetings, preparation of manuscripts, submission of posters and presentations at professional conferences, and involvement with local and national task forces or associations as relevant.
-
Manager Patient Safety
1 month ago
Chicago, United States Northwestern Medicine Full timeCompany Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the...
-
Manager Patient Safety
1 month ago
Chicago, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full timeJob Description The Manager Patient Safety reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Manager Patient Safety is responsible for...
-
Manager Patient Safety
1 month ago
Chicago, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany DescriptionAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no...
-
Manager Patient Safety
4 weeks ago
Chicago, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany DescriptionAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no...
-
Manager Patient Safety
4 weeks ago
Chicago, United States Northwestern Medicine Full timeBenefits $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time) Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus Paid...
-
Manager Patient Safety
2 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Northwestern Medicine Full timeBenefits $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time) Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus Paid...
-
Manager Patient Safety
1 month ago
Chicago, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time**Company Description** At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the...
-
Site Safety Manager
4 weeks ago
Chicago, United States Construction Safety Experts Full time**Job Details** **Minimum OSHA 510 certification required.** - **1099 Contract**_ - $45.00 Straight Time; $67.50 Overtime; $155.00 Per Diem Opportunity for overtime Approximately 3 to 5-month assignment Scope of work - Contract is with General Contractor at large Pharmaceutical Site. Chicago Area. Drug Test and Background Test required **Prime...
-
Director, Patient Safety and Risk Management
2 months ago
Chicago, United States Norwegian American Hospital Full timeEssential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and implement best practices in patient safety and risk mitigation initiatives practices driving a proactive approach and prevention of patient harm. Supervises the investigation of errors and then plans for resolution of all safety related incidents, including those involving employees, patients, and...
-
Occupational Safety Specialist
1 month ago
Chicago, United States National Safety Apparel Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Overview: This person will be responsible for implementing, training, monitoring and maintaining corporate safety policies that will ensure an efficient and safe working environment for all employees at our Chicago operations. This person will coordinate with the Corporate Safety Manager to ensure safety processes and...
-
Occupational Safety Specialist
1 month ago
Chicago, United States National Safety Apparel Full timePosition Overview: This person will be responsible for implementing, training, monitoring and maintaining corporate safety policies that will ensure an efficient and safe working environment for all employees at our Chicago operations. This person will coordinate with the Corporate Safety Manager to ensure safety processes and improvements align with current...
-
Director, Quality and Patient Safety
1 month ago
Chicago, United States Saint Anthony Hospital Full timeSaint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care. As part of Saint Anthony Hospital#s...
-
Director, Quality and Patient Safety
2 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society Full timePosition Purpose:The Director, Quality and Patient Safety provides leadership for and management of Quality/Performance Improvement, Patient Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, Patient Experience, and clinical initiatives for Sepsis and Stroke. The Director also facilitates regulatory compliance activities throughout the organization and acts as a...
-
Director, Quality and Patient Safety
2 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Saint Anthony Hospital Full timeSaint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care. As part of Saint Anthony Hospital#s...
-
Director, Quality and Patient Safety
2 weeks ago
Chicago, United States Saint Anthony Hospital Full timeSaint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care.As part of Saint Anthony Hospital’s...
-
Director, Quality and Patient Safety
3 weeks ago
Chicago, United States Saint Anthony Hospital Full timeSaint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care. As part of Saint Anthony Hospital’s...
-
Patient Safety Associates
1 month ago
Chicago, United States Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Full timeAnn & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann &...
-
Director, Quality and Patient Safety
1 month ago
Chicago, United States Saint Anthony Hospital Full timeSaint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care. As part of Saint Anthony Hospitals...
-
Director, Quality and Patient Safety
2 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Saint Anthony Hospital Full timeSaint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care.As part of Saint Anthony Hospital's...
-
Director, Quality and Patient Safety
2 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Saint Anthony Hospital Full timeSaint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care. As part of Saint Anthony Hospitals...