Program Manager, Caregiver & Patient Safety

Description

Job Description

Full Time | 1.0 FTE | Day Shift

At PeaceHealth, safety is foundational to our Mission—to create healthier communities together. We are seeking a seasoned Program Manager, Caregiver & Patient Safety to lead systemwide initiatives that protect our caregivers and patients and strengthen a culture where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported.

This role provides enterprise leadership for caregiver and patient safety programs across PeaceHealth, partnering with clinical, operational, and executive leaders to advance our zero‑harm commitment.

Annual Compensation: $105,851 – $158,766

What You’ll Do

Lead systemwide caregiver and patient safety programs, including safe patient handling, workplace violence prevention, Culture of Safety, and Cause Analysis initiatives.
Design and execute enterprise safety strategies aligned with PeaceHealth goals, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
Serve as a trusted subject matter expert, supporting governance committees, councils, and workgroups across networks.
Partner with leaders at all levels—including executive leadership—to influence culture change and reduce harm.
Develop, maintain, and standardize enterprise policies, procedures, training, and safety toolkits.
Track and analyze safety data and trends; collaborate with analytics teams to build and maintain enterprise dashboards.
Provide education, coaching, and mentoring to regional and community-based safety leaders.
Lead change management efforts to ensure consistent adoption and long-term sustainment of safety programs.
Travel occasionally to PeaceHealth hospitals and clinics to support systemwide alignment.

What You Bring Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field, clinical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience (required)
Master’s degree (preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in patient or healthcare employee safety
Experience with managing complex programs and projects, specifically with a focus on quality improvement activities, and demonstrated successful completion of quality improvement projects with desired
Experience with workplace violence prevention, and/or quality improvement

Licensure & Certification

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (required)
One of the following certifications obtained within 1 year of hire:

Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS)
Certified Professional in Human Factors in Healthcare (CPHFH)
Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP)

Skills

Strong ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with clinical and executive leaders
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
Proven change management and program leadership capabilities
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment
Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio (preferred)
Willingness to travel to PeaceHealth facilities as needed

Working Conditions

Primarily office-based with time spent in hospitals and clinical settings
Sedentary work; occasional lifting up to 10 pounds
Frequent computer use and close visual acuity required

Why PeaceHealth

PeaceHealth is committed to the physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual wellbeing of our caregivers. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
Generous paid time off
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
Wellness benefits
Expanded Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources

PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity, and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration, please attach a current resume with your application.

PeaceHealth is an EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled, in accordance with applicable laws.

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