Safety Specialists: A Career Path for Nurses
On Aug 24, 2012
A recent post on a health care job website looked at patient safety as a career path for experienced nurses. The article quoted one patient safety specialist as noting that, “The unique element of this role is the relationship across disciplines.”
That’s a key point: That while many experienced nurses transition to patient safety manager or director roles, patient safety touches every area of health care. While a nursing background is certainly helpful, health professionals from other disciplines may also move into a role with a primary focus on patient safety.
The article noted that certification is now available for patient safety professionals.
What’s been your path to patient safety? Tell us via the comment box below or write to us at info@npsf.org.
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