Acute Care Bundle Improvement / Patient Safety Lead

Reporting to the NZ Director (Systems Transformation Quality, Safety and Performance), this position will have equal distribution in terms of functioning as a site-based Patient Safety Consultant (0.5 FTE) and as a primary site liaison to support the implementation of the Acute Care Bundle Improvement (ACBI) provincial initiative (0.5 FTE). The position works with a high degree of independence and in concert with both the Director, Patient Safety North to plan and implement patient safety programs and processes and the Provincial ACBI program team to facilitate and support ACBI at GPRH to support optimization of Connect Care to enhance ACBI success. The position develops and manages these initiatives and/or programs and provides ongoing client support between individuals, departments, sites, and programs. The position will provide leadership to develop a strategy for the coordination and delivery of educational tools/resources and leads the implementation of assigned projects and programs. The position provides advice and direction to clients within its specialty function and scope. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

The position will interpret client needs, assess requirements, and identify solutions to nonstandard issues and requests. The position works to ensure Alberta Health Services values, goals and principles are implemented and integrated in the delivery of services to client groups. Partner with site improvement teams, administration, and physicians to facilitate and project manage improvement the Acute Care Bundle Improvement (ACBI) initiative as guided by being a local ACBI Provincial Site Support Team Site Lead. Communicates shared learnings across all ACBI sites and partners. This incumbent will be expected to identify and coordinate provincial resources and link to content experts such as Connect Care teams, data support and analytics, and change management supports as necessary. The position will also support: The Quality Assurance Committee structure to address requests for Quality Assurance reviews and other Section 9 protected activities. Provide consultation with clinical operations to assist in determining whether a quality assurance review is required, or the identification of an alternate need. Lead or provide advice to the quality assurance review teams that are conducting reviews as requested by operational leadership. Interacting with the reporting system regularly to identify and report on trends and hazards at a system level. Partner with site improvement teams, administration and facilitation and project manage improvement of the Acute Care bundle Improvement (ACBI) initiative as guided by being a local ACBI provincial site support team site lead.

A minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in a clinical area (nursing or allied health discipline) or related area plus appropriate license or other recognized designation is preferred.

In addition, the incumbent will possess a record of accomplishment in the following areas: Extensive knowledge of the client group / function supported and best practices applicable to the Patient Safety Division. Facilitation and/or coordination experience in project planning, execution, reporting, monitoring and evaluation. Significant experience in problem solving, concerns resolution, investigation, and negotiation. Team leadership skills, including demonstrated ability and comfort with decision making responsibilities, coaching, and teaching, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others. Experience in supervising and leading staff. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to relay or explain complex issues or difficult situations. Skills in negotiation, facilitation and conflict resolution are required. Experience in coordinating research projects or teams, complex data analysis and/or interpretation, evaluation methodologies, and developing formal reports. Demonstrated ability to facilitate change. Project management training an asset. Experience in conducting safety reviews, developing recommendations and tracking implementation of recommendations. Strong understanding of health care systems, quality improvement and performance measurement methodology. Understanding of quality assurance processes and procedures.

A minimum of 5 of years’ progressive experience in a health related or business administration discipline preferred, in an organization of significant size, complexity and diversity is preferred (healthcare experience an asset). A demonstrated clear pattern of professional and personal development. Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. Change management, such as PROSCI, and project management.