Director Safety

1 week ago

Danbury, Connecticut, United States Danbury Hospital Full time $52 - $97

Summary:

Reporting to the AVP of Operations, Facilities and Support Services, this position is responsible for the strategic leadership and daily operations of all safety and security initiatives across Danbury (DH) and New Milford (NM) Hospitals and licensed offsite facilities. Responsibilities include the Security operations and the enforcement of all security-related policies and procedures for DH and NMH and oversees all aspects of the Security and Protective Services functions, to ensure that security-related risks are addressed and mitigated. This position is also responsible for overseeing the implementation and enforcement of the Hospital Environment of Care (EOC) Safety Management and Regulatory Program in accordance with Federal, State, Joint Commission and Local Authority mandates to ensure a safe and compliant environment.�

Responsibilities:

1.Develops and implements a unified safety and security strategy across both hospitals and offsite locations, aligned with regulatory standards and organizational goals.

2. Oversees the development, coordination, integration, communication, and implementation of operating policies and procedures and assures effectiveness of policies through a comprehensive monitoring process.

3.Conducts and leads risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate threats specific to each facility.

4. Serves as the primary liaison with local law enforcement in Danbury, New Milford and surrounding communities.

5.Ensures that the Safety and Security Departments work in collaboration with Facilities, Clinical Teams, Senior Administration, Risk, Quality and Legal Counsel to provide a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees at Hospital and off-site facilities as needed.

6.Develops, implements, and monitors both the capital and operating budgets for the Safety and Security Departments.

7. Responsible for overseeing the Safety Department in its management of the environmental health and safety programs, including fire safety, hazardous materials, and infection control. Provides guidance for the maintenance of Life Safety Codes and Joint Commission Standards as they relate to the Environment of Care.

8. Oversees the Safety Department�s management of all Joint Commission EOC & Life Safety (LS) regulatory requirements, including all Management Plans, Annual Evaluations and PI standards per the Joint Commission. Participates in surveys and prepares for accreditation reviews.

9. Oversees the design, installation and maintenance of all security surveillance systems including access control, CCTV, and personal duress alarms, for hospitals and offsite facilities. Stays current on all security technology improvements and keeps security equipment up to industry standards to meet the needs of Danbury and New Milford Hospitals and licensed offsite facilities.

10. Oversees response and investigation of security incidents, workplace violence, and theft across the hospitals and offsites. May receive calls after hours for emergency response coordination.

11.Provides guidance for the maintenance of Life Safety Codes and Joint Commission Standards as they relate to the Environment of Care.

12. Ensures quality and consistent service and works with consultants & companies as needed to ensure compliance.

13.Supports the Safety Manager to address Life Safety and evaluate Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM) to include independently reviews and approves new construction design and progress of work.

14.Chairs the DH & NMH Environment of Care and the Workplace Violence Committees. Participates as a member of the Facilities Management Team, Employee Health & Safety Committee, Emergency Management Committee, Infection Control Committee, and other committees as designated.

15.Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

16.Performs other duties as assigned.

17. Models and maintains Nuvance Health values.

Other Information:

Preferred: Job related certifications (Certified Healthcare Safety Officer, NFPA, OSHA, TJC)

Familiarity with healthcare regulatory bodies and hospital systems. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments and external agencies. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments and external agencies.

Demonstrates superior investigative and reporting skills to manage general liability issues which threaten the organization�s assets, goodwill and public relations.

Travel required

Bachelor's degree preferred. 
7+ years of direct experience. 
3 - 5 years previous management/leadership experience.
Preferred: Job related certifications (Certified Healthcare Safety Officer, NFPA, OSHA, TJC)
Familiarity with healthcare regulatory bodies and hospital systems. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments and external agencies. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments and external agencies.
Demonstrates superior investigative and reporting skills to manage general liability issues which threaten the organization's assets, goodwill and public relations.
Travel required

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Danbury Hospital

Org Unit: 252

Department: Safety

Exempt: Yes

Salary Range: $ $96.62 Hourly

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