Nurse Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety

Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety

The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will step into a high-impact leadership role at a prominent Southern California acute care hospital, driving excellence across quality, regulatory, and patient safety initiatives ⭐. The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will elevate outcomes, advance a culture of safety, and lead transformative performance improvement that sets a new standard for hospital quality leadership.

The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will join an organization celebrated for clinical excellence, patient safety achievements, and continuous innovation, including advanced analytics, real-time surveillance tools, and a modern EHR optimized for care reliability. The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will benefit from a hospital known for strong community support, philanthropic investment, national recognitions for quality outcomes, and a track record of successful regulatory surveys, making this a destination for healthcare leaders committed to evidence-based improvement and patient-centered care.

The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will report to senior clinical leadership and collaborate closely with the Chief Nursing Officer, medical staff leaders, and service line executives to align strategy and results. The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will lead patient safety, risk mitigation, and quality improvement teams with robust analytical, clinical education, infection prevention, and accreditation support; oversee event reporting, RCA and FMEA, Just Culture and high-reliability practices, peer review, policy standardization, and enterprise readiness; and partner with friendly nurses and a diverse, mission-driven team of physicians, pharmacists, therapists, and care coordinators who prioritize teamwork, communication, and equitable, high-quality care delivery.

The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will thrive in Southern California’s vibrant lifestyle, with easy access to beaches, mountains, and deserts for surfing, hiking, skiing, and weekend road trips 🌴. The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will enjoy a region renowned for concerts, professional sports, museums, film and arts festivals, world-class theme parks, farmers markets, and a dynamic food scene spanning authentic street cuisine to Michelin-starred dining—all under sunny Mediterranean skies with year-round outdoor activities and a mix of urban energy and relaxed coastal living.

The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety will be offered competitive compensation up to $210,000, complemented by a full suite of health and retirement benefits, paid time off, and professional development support commensurate with executive leadership. The Director of Quality, Risk Management and Patient Safety can launch the next chapter of an impactful career—connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today to explore this hospital leadership opportunity and discover how to make a lasting difference in patient care and safety.