Quality & Patient Safety
Patient Safety Officer
Leads organizational efforts to identify and eliminate patient safety risks, building a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.
Salary Range
$85,000 – $120,000
Education
BSN or MSN
Next Steps
VP Quality & Patient Safety, Chief Quality Officer
Key Responsibilities
- Lead safety event investigations
- Develop safety improvement strategies
- Facilitate safety culture assessments
- Report to accreditation bodies
- Coach frontline staff on safety behaviors
Work Settings
HospitalsHealth Systems
Certifications
CPPSCPHQ
Career Advancement
VP Quality & Patient Safety, Chief Quality Officer
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