Patient Safety Specialist - Critical Care

At Johns Hopkins Medicine, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. As a Patient Safety Specialist - Critical Care, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety of our patients in the critical care setting. We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate individual with a strong background in critical care nursing and a passion for patient safety. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients every day.

1. Monitor and assess the safety procedures and protocols in the critical care units at Johns Hopkins Medicine to identify any potential risks or hazards.
2. Develop and implement strategies to improve patient safety in the critical care setting, in collaboration with the healthcare team.
3. Conduct regular audits and reviews of critical care processes and procedures to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
4. Train and educate critical care staff on best practices for patient safety, including infection control, medication safety, and fall prevention.
5. Act as a resource and support for critical care staff in identifying and addressing patient safety concerns.
6. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety.
7. Analyze data and trends related to patient safety incidents in the critical care setting and make recommendations for improvement.
8. Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action plans for adverse events in the critical care units.
9. Stay up-to-date with current patient safety trends, guidelines, and regulations and make recommendations for updates to policies and procedures.
10. Communicate and collaborate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to promote a culture of safety in the critical care units.
11. Serve as a liaison between the critical care units and hospital leadership to provide updates on patient safety initiatives and outcomes.
12. Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient safety activities, incident reports, and corrective actions.
13. Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and committees to identify and address patient safety concerns.
14. Serve as a patient advocate and ensure that patient safety is always a top priority in the critical care setting.
15. Continuously evaluate and improve the patient safety program in the critical care units to ensure the highest quality of care for our patients.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Patient Safety Specialist - Critical Care in Baltimore, MD, USA is $77,000-$95,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on the specific job responsibilities, experience, and qualifications of the individual.

The mission of Johns Hopkins Medicine is to improve the health of the community and the world by setting the standard of excellence in medical education, research and clinical care. Diverse and inclusive, Johns Hopkins Medicine educates medical students, scientists, health care professionals and the public; conducts biomedical research; and provides patient-centered medicine to prevent, diagnose and treat human illness.