Director of Risk Management

Prime Healthcare•Kansas City, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a RN Director of Risk Management , also known as the RN Director of Clinical Risk Management or RN Director of Risk and Compliance. The RN Director of Risk Management is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing the Risk Management Program across multiple locations in the area to control and minimize loss while protecting the organization’s assets. The RN Director of Risk Management coordinates the program across multiple departments and medical staff, actively supporting performance improvement activities to ensure high-quality patient care. In addition, the RN Director of Risk Management will collaborate with safety and security personnel and participate in risk-related initiatives to strengthen organizational safety. Shifts Available: Days Employment Type: Full Time Hours: 8 hour – 8:00am to 5:00pm Location: Providence Medical Center – Kansas City, KS Coverage Area: Providence Medical Center, Saint John Hospital, Providence Place and affiliated physician practices Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing or healthcare related field preferred
Registered Nurse licensed in Kansas
Five years clinical and/or management experience in a multidisciplinary health care setting which includes a minimum of two years of inpatient experience
Experience in risk management and/or professional liability claims management preferred.
Should be knowledgeable about current State Laws and Regulations as applicable to facility

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management preferred

Responsibilities

Lead hospital-wide initiatives to reduce medical errors, adverse events, and patient harm while evaluating incidents and reviewing patient complaints
Ensure compliance with accreditation bodies such as The Joint Commission and CMS while managing adverse event reporting and working with legal counsel on liability issues
Oversee the incident reporting system, investigates root causes, analyzes data trends, and prepares reports for executives and the board
Develop and enforce hospital risk management policies, train staff on safety and compliance, and collaborate with department heads for consistency
Coordinate with insurers on malpractice and liability claims, reviews coverage, and assists with negotiations and settlements
Act as a bridge between nursing staff, administration, and legal teams while serving on patient safety and compliance committees
Advise senior leadership on organizational risk exposure, prevention strategies, and overall safety initiatives