Patient Safety Incident Lead - Fixed Term Contract, 12 months

35 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

Salary: Up to £50,000 dependent on experience 

** This is a hybrid role and occasional travel to other locations in the country with some overnight stays required ** 

Are you a passionate and driven healthcare professional ready to make a real difference in patient safety? Step into the role of Patient Safety Incident Lead and join an innovative organisation that values forward-thinking and collaboration. This is your chance to lead transformative patient safety initiatives, ensure compliance with key regulations, and foster a culture where safety and continuous improvement thrive.

In this role, you’ll work closely with diverse stakeholders to embed PSIRF principles and create meaningful changes that positively impact patient care.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualifications: Level 5 in Health and Social care or Nursing qualification with a valid UK NMC Pin or equivalent senior experience in health and social care.
• Experience: Extensive experience in a patient safety role, with a proven track record of leading successful safety initiatives.
• Project Management: Qualification in project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of statutory requirements, governance, risk management, and incident response frameworks in the health and social care sector.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse complex data and develop effective, evidence-based solutions.

What’s on offer?

• Generous Leave: 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Life Assurance: Financial security for your loved ones.
• Pension Scheme: Competitive company pension contributions.
• Professional Development: Support for gaining additional qualifications and advancing your career.

Key Responsibilities

• PSIRF Implementation: Lead the development, delivery, and embedding of the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework within the organisation.
• Patient Safety Strategy: Develop and implement strategies to improve the quality and safety of patient care in alignment with best practices and organisational goals.
• Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to statutory requirements, regulatory frameworks, and health and social care guidance.
• Incident Response and Risk Management: Provide expertise in managing patient safety incidents, analysing complex data, and implementing effective risk management strategies.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Work with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to deliver patient safety projects, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared learning.
• Training and Development: Act as a subject matter expert to support staff development, providing coaching, mentoring, and training to enhance organisational capacity for patient safety.

Reference: WILL91237/AP

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