Overview
Candidates will be required to provide a PowerPoint presentation (maximum 10 minutes) on the following question: How will you in the role of Patient Safety Manager promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement?
The post holder will be responsible for promoting patient safety and experience across the organisation through liaising with clinical and non-clinical staff, providing education and training, and supporting with the systematic reviews of patient safety incidents and complaints.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual who has a keen interest in patient safety and experience to join the Trust's Corporate Patient Safety & Experience Team. The role involves working with colleagues in all specialties and disciplines to support patient safety and experience across the whole organisation.
You will support the team's Lead and Matron in delivering the Trust's Patient Safety Strategy.
The role would suit a person who has an interest in patient safety and experience, has a strong focus on teamwork and with excellent communication skills. Candidates will require excellent analytical and IT/database management skills as well as the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. You will be able to work autonomously but also as part of a small team.
About the Trust
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of around 600,000 people. We are a high performing organisation with a track record of success.
Equal Opportunity and Accessibility
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Application and Pre-employment
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
Additional Information
We provide hospital services from two acute sites — Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients’ homes. For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
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