Patient Safety Healthcare Coordinator at University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore, Maryland

Posted in Other about 2 hours ago.





Job Description:

Job Description
As a Patient Safety Healthcare Coordinator, you will:


  • Analyze patient safety events and communicate with hospital leadership, clinical teams, and Risk Management to drive change towards high reliability and zero harm.

  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams, including physicians and senior leaders, to achieve patient safety and improvement strategies at UMMC.


Key Responsibilities:



  • Coordinate, educate, manage projects, and facilitate safety initiatives.

  • Work with UMMC departments and MMCIP on risk reduction strategies within a Just Culture framework.

  • Collaborate with leadership, staff, and physicians to implement safety and improvement activities.

  • Review patient records and prepare summaries for discussion and problem-solving.

  • Develop and update policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with UMMC standards and regulations.

  • Manage reports to regulatory agencies like the Joint Commission and Office of Healthcare Quality.

  • Build strong relationships with key medical staff.

  • Guide Unit-Based Safety Clinicians (UBSCs) and Unit Dyads.

  • Serve as a key resource for patient safety to clinical teams and support staff.


Principal Responsibilities:



  • Assist in coordinating activities to achieve zero harm.

  • Direct the patient safety program with leadership:

    • Coordinate root cause analysis (RCA) and follow-up action plans.

    • Partner with UMMC leadership to advance a culture of patient safety.

    • Lead efforts to improve event reporting and response to near-miss events.

    • Use data to drive patient safety improvements.

    • Communicate and educate on patient safety strategies.

    • Develop and implement safety education for staff.

    • Serve as a consultant for unit managers and clinical representatives.

    • Oversee the Event Reporting System, identifying trends and nominating Great Catch awards.

    • Investigate patient safety events and trends.

    • Participate in in-service education and regulatory compliance.

    • Conduct proactive risk assessments and chart reviews.

    • Implement the Safety Culture Assessment survey and debrief results.

    • Lead or participate in key hospital committees focused on patient safety.

    • Assist with regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with standards.

    • Manage and lead patient safety projects.





Company Description

Join Our Team at UMMC!



As the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized medical center offering opportunities across the continuum of care. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, UMMC is a vibrant place to work where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing.


Qualifications

Education and Experience:



  • Preferred: Master's degree in nursing or related health science field.

  • Required: Current licensure in a related field (e.g., RN, physical therapy).

  • Required: 3-5 years of experience in patient safety in an acute care facility; experience in an Academic Medical Center is preferred.


REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:




  • Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of federal, state, and local regulatory and accreditation requirements.


  • Quality Improvement: Expertise in quality improvement measurement, analysis, and strategies.


  • Leadership: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.


  • Problem-Solving: Proficiency in problem-solving, analytical skills, and implementing new programs.


  • Communication: Highly effective oral and written communication skills for interacting with hospital personnel, administrators, clinical staff, and external agencies.


  • Project Management: Ability to manage projects and programs with limited supervision, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.


  • Collaboration: Ability to develop collaborative programs and projects with other disciplines, contributing to team effectiveness and facilitating improvements.


  • Technical Skills: General knowledge of PC and database management software.


  • Presentation Skills: Strong presentation skills, including executive-level presentations



Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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