AUGUST 20258In My OpinionBy Amber Howard, Director of Corporate Risk Management, Infirmary HealthANCHORING QUALITY CARE WITH COLLABORATION Safety is one of many essentials of healthcare institutions that each employee is expected to provide. This inter-departmental element entails consistent management and unity for seamless patient care. Amber Howard offers a fresh perspective on mitigating risks by collaborating with many departments. Enhancing experiences in healthcare, she urges decision-makers to prioritize a just environment and open communication. Securing opportunities My professional journey in healthcare started 18 years ago as a bedside nurse on a cardiac step-down unit at one of the hospitals within Infirmary Health System. After serving in a bedside care role for 6 years, I became interested in doing more and making a difference within the health system. That opportunity presented itself when a position in the quality management department opened that would allow me to impact patient care and improve outcomes for future patients. Here, I created a pathway through a multifaceted system to expand my knowledge and understanding of healthcare Amber Howard, Director of Corporate Risk Management for Infirmary Health has earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Spring Hill College and a Master of Business Administration and Health Care Management from Columbia Southern University. Obtaining her certification as a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management from the American Hospital Association, Amber has a passion for safe, high-quality care.Amber Howard
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