Job Description

Overview:

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

BSN obtained within 12 months of hire date into this position Working knowledge of nursing in a hospital setting Understanding of accreditation and regulatory requirements as they relate to patient safety and performance improvement Working knowledge of quality improvement tools, data analysis and statistics, and publicly reported patient safety initiatives Well developed communication skills, both oral and written

Licensure/Registration/Certification:

Alabama RN License

Desired Qualifications:

MSN or MN Experience with the Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode Effect Analysis processes Ability to critically analyze reasearch articles and appropriately apply findings to practice Successful completion of a Clinical Nurse Leader education master's program or experience in a CNL role CPHQ certification



Responsibilities:

Establishes and coordinates a System wide patient safety program that fosters ongoing improvement in patient safety and complies with accreditation and regulatory standards. Works with executives, management, hospital and medical staff to develop a culture of safety and medical error prevention.