Safety Officer
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Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville Tennessee and operating at a global crossroads of teaching discovery and patient care VUMC is a community ofindividuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued your knowledge expanded and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniquenessis sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilts mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care education and research.
Organization:
OCRS - Hospital/Clinical SafetJob Summary:
JOB SUMMARYPerform a variety of tasks related to managing the Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) for Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Managing the VUMC Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) this includes reviewing and editing the written respiratory protection plan annually and updating the OCRS RPP webpage.
- Provide qualitative and quantitative respirator fit testing and training for faculty and staff as needed to ensure optimal protection from respiratory hazards.
- Develop implement and update appropriate training for utilization of respirators including N95s and Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) this includes assigning and reviewing all applicable training through the Learning Exchange.
- Evaluate and update the current scheduling application (Acuity) to ensure it is effective and renew its license annually.
- Work collaboratively with managers across the institution to determine training and compliance gaps and create solutions.
- Evaluate and update current RedCap projects for fit testing and PAPR training data entry to meet the needs of the program and OCRS staff. Work with DataCore and RedCap administration to make and approve official changes to the RPP projects.
- Coordinate communication between clinical management and Occupational Health to determine guidelines on fit testing requirements PAPR training and deferment based on job titles and assigned duties.
- Compile and send fit test compliance reports to clinical management routinely or as requested determine a plan for noncompliance.
- Assist all Regional Hospitals and specific off-site clinics with training fit testing inquiries and written process/procedures. Work with program management to schedule and plan for fit testing needs regarding large specialty groups such as Housestaff Nurse Residency Vanderbilt Medical Students etc.
- Manage any discrepancies with fit testing training records or requirements and communicate with department leaders.
- Develop implement and update policies plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to the Respiratory Protection Program.
- Collaborate with external groups to determine fit testing needs for VU or other institutional students or volunteers working at VUMC.
- Work with Occupational Health Clinic to ensure the Respiratory Protection Program is compliant with applicable local state and federal regulations.
- Recruit and train Super-Users (fit testing and PAPR) provide initial and annual training.
- Manage all past and current RPP service data to streamline record keeping.
- Assist in managing and delegating tasks to the RPP Associate Safety Officer. Communicate in an effective diplomatic courteous and professional manner with all levels of faculty staff and administrators through the VUMC community on matters related to the Respiratory Protection Program.
- Other duties as assigned.
Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics finance administration legal and community affairs human resources communications and marketing development facilities and many more.
At our growing health system we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth appreciation of benefits and a sense of community and purpose.
Core Accountabilities:
Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.Core Capabilities :
Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies ones own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies tools and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.Position Qualifications:
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Relevant Work ExperienceExperience Level:
2 yearsEducation:
Bachelors (Required)Vanderbilt Health is committed tofosteringan environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
