Risk Manager & Abuse Coordinator

Cloverdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center•Scottsboro, AL

About The Position

As the Risk Manager & Abuse Coordinator , you will play a crucial role in overseeing risk management initiatives, ensuring a safe environment for residents and staff, and leading efforts to prevent, investigate, and address abuse-related concerns. This position is responsible for implementing policies and procedures that support regulatory compliance, reduce potential risks, and enhance overall care quality.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) with active license in Alabama (required).
Experience in risk management, quality assurance, or compliance in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Strong understanding of state and federal regulations related to resident safety, incident reporting, and abuse prevention
Excellent communication and leadership skills to guide staff education and policy implementation.

Nice To Haves

Certification in risk management is welcome but not required

Responsibilities

Support the Administrator and Director of Nursing in developing and implementing risk management strategies.
Oversee facility-wide risk assessment and incident reporting processes to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Serve as the Abuse Coordinator , ensuring thorough investigations of allegations, reporting findings, and leading efforts to prevent mistreatment of residents.
Develop and conduct staff training programs on risk prevention, abuse recognition, and compliance protocols.
Maintain and regularly review policies related to resident safety, incident prevention, and abuse prevention to align with regulatory standards.
Analyze trends in incident reports and quality indicators to develop proactive strategies for risk reduction.
Collaborate with department heads and nursing leadership to enhance staff accountability and quality improvement efforts