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Director, Quality and Patient Safety

Director of Quality and Patient Safety

Our client, one of the most diverse and respected hospital associations in the nation, has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to assume responsibility as Director of Quality and Patient Safety.

The primary function of the Director is to provide leadership and support for the successful execution of quality and patient safety initiatives.  He/she will identify current and emerging quality and patient safety issues for member hospitals, and will design, develop, plan, and implement programs to assist member hospitals in their continuing efforts to improve patient care.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be an articulate, polished, and knowledgeable healthcare professional, with a track record of excellence in quality and patient safety leadership within a healthcare setting.  Other characteristics that will ensure success in this position include enthusiasm, strong written and oral communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.

A bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field is required, with an advanced degree in nursing, public health, or related field strongly preferred.  A minimum of five years' experience in healthcare quality improvement is required, preferably within an acute care hospital environment.  The successful candidate will possess expert knowledge of quality improvement methodologies, tools, and techniques, and experience leading and facilitating performance improvement teams within a healthcare environment. 

The Organization

This not-for-profit organization is dedicated to the advancement of the health of individuals and communities by leading, representing, and serving hospitals and their related healthcare organizations across the state. 

Advocacy is the organization’s primary focus and the core of its business.  Some of the advocacy efforts include:  enhancing quality of care and patient safety, ensuring access to coverage and care, creating a more efficient healthcare delivery system, and building a strong healthcare workforce.