JOB SUMMARY The Director of Patient Safety, in collaboration with the Chief Nursing Officer and the Chief Medical Officer, plans, implements, directs, evaluates, and documents an integrated, comprehensive, proactive Patient Safety Program for the healthcare system. The Director serves as the system Patient Safety Officer leading the healthcare system on a journey to High Reliability Organization through the use of patient safety rounds, establishing a strong culture of patient safety, and proactive projects to improve patient safety. The Director leads the system daily patient safety huddle and chairs the Patient Safety Committee to ensure there is an ongoing plan for monitoring the effectiveness of the patient safety program. JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or equivalent. Minimum Work Experience 5 years of recent hospital experience with four years demonstrated supervisory experience. Required Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Compile and analyze reports  Compose applicable policies and procedures  Compose letters/memoranda  Coordinate meetings  Develop office procedures  Interview others Proven written and editing skills Research information Use computerized spreadsheets to conduct analysis Strong computer skills Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate to all levels of the organization Hospital experience is required Designated Driver Yes