The Specialist-Patient Safety (PSS) develops and administers programs and interventions that support a safe environment for patients of Providence Health & Services Oregon. Through proactive risk assessment, event investigation, and data analysis, the PSS identifies risk areas and mitigation strategies. The PSS provides consultation and education to members of the care delivery team to help create an environment of continuous quality and process improvement. 

 Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Oregon Regional Shared Services and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. upon hire: Oregon Registered Nurse License. 5 years Acute care experience in a progressively responsible position requiring contact with various departments is essential. Demonstrated leadership experience. Demonstrated experience with patient safety analysis techniques, including root cause analysis, cause and effect analysis, failure mode and effects analysis and proactive risk assessment as applied to the healthcare setting.

Preferred qualifications:

Master's Degree. upon hire: Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) or Health Care Quality (CPHQ)

 

Why Join Providence? 

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.