Patient Safety Specialist
Ascension
Your Future Role At A Glance
Location: Wichita, KS
Facility: Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, St. Joseph, and St. Teresa
Department: Quality
Schedule: Day shift Monday - Friday | Full-time
Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.
How You'll Make An Impact In This Role
Coordinate, track, monitor and report on overarching patient safety projects across the organization.
Analyze patient care data from multiple sources to identify trends, mitigate risks and report actionable findings.
Lead investigations into patient care events in close collaboration with department leaders, reporting on outcomes and solutions.
Coordinate deep-dive investigations and root-cause analyses for critical incidents and near misses.
Facilitate critical incident debriefs and track, monitor and report on the implementation of key safety recommendations.
What Minimum Requirements You'll Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Required Credential(s): None Required.
Preferred Credential(s): Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing.
Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences:
Licensed clinical background.
Experience in ICU, ED, Med Surg or Tele
Experience with Root Cause Analysis
Benefits That Help You Thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Life At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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