Patient Safety & Risk Coordinator – Quality Department Location: Uvalde Memorial Hospital Job Type: Full-Time Lead with Purpose. Improve Patient Safety. Inspire Change.
At Uvalde Memorial Hospital, patient safety is at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Patient Safety & Risk Coordinator to help lead our organization’s commitment to safe, high-quality care and continuous improvement. This role is more than managing processes — it’s an opportunity to create meaningful change, strengthen a culture of safety, and make a lasting impact on the lives of patients, families, and healthcare teams every day.
In This Role, You Will: Lead patient safety and risk management initiatives that improve outcomes and reduce harm across the organization. Oversee the hospital’s event reporting system and coordinate timely investigations of patient safety events and incidents. Facilitate Root Cause Analyses (RCAs), Apparent Cause Analyses (ACAs), and patient safety reviews to identify opportunities for improvement.
Develop and monitor corrective action plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and hospital leadership. Analyze trends and data to identify risks, improve processes, and support high-reliability practices. Manage the hospital’s policy management system to ensure policies remain current, compliant, and aligned with regulatory standards.
Educate and support staff on patient safety principles, incident reporting, and risk prevention strategies. Partner with leaders across departments to promote transparency, accountability, and a strong culture of safety. What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related healthcare field preferred.
Current Texas RN license required if clinically licensed. CPHRM and/or CPPS certification preferred. 3–5 years of experience in patient safety, risk management, quality improvement, or clinical healthcare preferred. Strong knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission standards, and healthcare risk management principles.
Excellent critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and drive positive organizational change. Why You’ll Love Working Here: Be part of a mission-driven team committed to patient-centered excellence.
Help shape a culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Work collaboratively with leaders and healthcare professionals across the organization. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and career advancement.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Ready to Join Our Family? If you’re passionate about patient safety, quality care, and making a meaningful difference in healthcare, we would love to meet you.