Patient Safety Officer

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Allentown, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Assists the Administrator and Director of Patient Safety with the facility's Patient Safety activities which include complying with patient safety-related standards by TJC, MCARE, and the DOH; conducting educational programs; etc. Reviews, formulates, and makes recommendations for organizational change.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or related field.
• 5 years of clinical experience in a Pennsylvania hospital.
• Knowledge of patient safety related principles and risk management concepts.
• Proficiency in the implementation of regulations from regulatory agencies to include, but not limited to, TJC, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Health, MCARE, etc.
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in nursing or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conducts systems analysis to uncover and identify patterns that could result in potential patient harm.
• Ensures proper reporting to the Department of Health for serious events, incidents, and infrastructure failures in accordance with Act 13.
• Assists clinical chairs and department heads in designing Patient safety related programs within their departments.
• Ensures compliance with various codes, laws, rules, and regulations concerning patient safety.
• Provides feedback to the respective department on issues identified.
• Investigates ACT 13 cases and creates appropriate documentation.
• Develops and presents educational programs regarding patient safety concerns and trends.
• Assists with planning and implementing a facility/system-wide Patient Safety Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level