Patient Safety Analyst; 0.8FTE; All Shifts

UnityPoint Health•Madison, WI

10d

About The Position

This position works collaboratively with key leaders across the Market and System to improve patient safety and reduce patient harm and errors. The role analyzes patient safety event data, performs Safety Event Reviews and Analysis (RCAs), and supports activities within UnityPoint Health’s Patient Safety Plan and initiatives. The analyst facilitates cross-functional teams and leads them through process improvement activities using evidence-based quality improvement tools and methodologies. UnityPoint Health describes its Total Rewards program as offering options focused on team members’ needs and priorities. The organization emphasizes belonging, support, and development opportunities. UnityPoint Health - Meriter and UW Health work closely together to provide healthcare services to the community.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or another clinical or healthcare-related field.
At least one year of experience in patient safety, quality, risk management, or related roles.
At least one year of prior leadership experience, either formally or informally through leading by influence.
At least one year of experience collaborating with senior leaders on patient safety, quality, or related initiatives.
Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) certification from the Certification Board for Professionals in Patient Safety, with two years.

Responsibilities

Analyze patient safety event data.
Perform Safety Event Reviews and Analysis (RCAs).
Support activities that are part of UnityPoint Health’s Patient Safety Plan and initiatives.
Facilitate cross-functional teams and lead them through process improvement activities using evidence-based quality improvement tools and methodologies.
Collaborate with key leaders across the Market and System to improve patient safety and reduce patient harm and errors.