PI and Patient Safety Specialist (Bakersfield)

Assists with improvement projects using Lean and PDSA methodologies, supports leaders with data collection and action tracking, and helps monitor project outcomes. Participates in patient safety rounding activities and root cause analyses as a team member, documenting findings and tracking corrective actions. Reinforces High Reliability Skills with staff, supports coaching on error prevention tools, and assists with staff education sessions on quality and safety topics. Collects and organizes quality and safety data to prepare reports for committees while supporting accreditation survey and regulatory readiness activities. Shares safety learnings and best practices as directed. Requires an Associate's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or Business Administration, two years of healthcare experience in quality or patient safety, and a Driver's License. Preferred qualifications include Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) certification, Lean certification, and an RN license.