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Under the direction of the Director of Quality, the Patient Safety Specialist will participate in the implementation, review and support of the facility patient safety program. The specialist will promote and foster a culture of safety throughout the organization. In collaboration with leadership, coworkers, and medical staff the patient safety specialist will develop, implement, monitor and champion processes related to key patient safety issues. The specialist will model behaviors that embrace just culture, reporting, flexibility, and learning across the organization. The Patient Safety Specialist/ Lead will perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Qualifications: Patient Safety Specialist: Education: Bachelors degree (will consider associate degree for nursing with required clinical experience) Experience: 3 years clinical healthcare related experience Other Skills and Knowledge Excellent written and oral comm...Safety Specialist, Patient, Specialist, Healthcare, Support Staff, Leadership