Director of Patient Safety

Director Public Safety And Emergency Preparedness

The Director Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness reports to the Vice President Mission and Support Services, and is responsible for organizing, planning, training, scheduling, and supervising the general operations and personnel of Public Safety while leading the department consistently with the Mission of Saint Francis. The Director will oversee the use of surveillance systems, have knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures related to the performance of public safety and emergency management, and the integration of safety and other relevant regulations, including 24/7 oversight of incident and event response. Is responsible for the annual operational and capital budget preparation process. Leads the coordination and implementation of emergency preparedness standards to facilitate a safe environment for patients, colleagues, and visitors. Coordinates education and exercises within the organization to ensure an organized response during a disaster. The Director assumes and performs all other duties related to the operations and as an Officer of the Public Safety Office when necessary.

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in criminal science, criminal justice, emergency management or psychology- required or;

- High School diploma and ten (10) years of progressive healthcare public safety, security, law enforcement experience- required

- Master's degree in business or a related field- preferred.

Certification & Licensures:

- Current driver's license- required

- Must obtain a City of Cape Girardeau Security license within 60 days of hire or transfer into this position- required

- Membership with International Association of Healthcare Safety & Security (IAHSS) and or ASIS International (IAHSS CHPA; ASIS CPP, ASIS APP, or ASIS PSP)- preferred

- BLS within 90 days of hire- required

Experience:

- Ten (10) years of healthcare management, public safety, security, law enforcement or related experience with three to five (3-5) years of experience in healthcare-related emergency preparedness, safety and/or regulatory compliance- required

- Five (5) years of leadership experience- required.

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at hr@sfmc.net.

Saint Francis Healthcare System supports the overall health and wellness of our colleagues by discouraging the use of tobacco and nicotine products. If you are selected for a career opportunity with our organization, and are a tobacco or nicotine user, you will be required to complete a tobacco/nicotine cessation program within your first year of employment. This program is free of charge as part of our Employee Assistance Program.