Risk Manager- RN/LPN

Terrace of Kissimmee•Kissimmee, FL

About The Position

The Risk Manager is responsible for the implementation, oversight, and supervision of all clinical programs to ensure continuity and quality of resident care. This position provides leadership in education, orientation, direction, supervision, and evaluation of all licensed and certified nursing staff. The Risk Manager also plays a key role in the implementation and oversight of the facility’s Risk Management, Quality Assurance (QA), and Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs. As the Risk Manager, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Requirements

Must have active Florida RN/LPN license
Must have, as a minimum, one (1) year of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility.
Must have training in rehabilitative, restorative nursing practices and infection control.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience, of at least one (1) year, in implementation of infection control programs and/or risk management.

Responsibilities

Directing the day-to-day operations of the Nursing Services Department in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing long-term care facilities.
Ensure the delivery of resident care and services in accordance with facility policies, professional nursing standards, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain current knowledge of nursing standards of practice and long-term care regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.
Implement and oversee the facility’s Risk Management and Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs.
Identify, investigate, and report adverse incidents in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Address risk management issues related to: Resident care and clinical risks, Medical staff practices, Physical plant and safety, Employee-related risks, Property-related risks
Monitor and address quality improvement issues including: Facility quality indicators, Incident reports, Regulatory deficiencies, Resident grievances, Corrective action plans
Conduct special chart audits at the request of Administration to identify risk trends and opportunities for improvement.
Maintain and update the QIS Staff Interview Log.
Develop, review, maintain, and update nursing and facility policies and procedures in collaboration with Administration to support safe and effective operations.
Provide oversight and supervision of the Infection Preventionist.
Ensure implementation and ongoing compliance with the Infection Control and Prevention Program.
Oversee the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
Ensure implementation and maintenance of resident and employee Flu and Pneumococcal vaccination programs.
Conduct and maintain documentation of: New hire and annual PPD testing, Employee health records, Drug testing programs (new hire, random, and directed)
Ensure compliance with employee health and safety requirements.
Coordinate and oversee orientation for newly hired employees.
Provide and document annual and ongoing staff education as required by federal and state regulations.
Identify training needs and provide education to correct deficiencies and improve care delivery.
Maintain the Health Care Academy (HCA) system, including assignment and tracking of required online education and training programs.
Educate employees, contractors, vendors, and service providers on the Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Ensure quarterly compliance certifications are completed in coordination with the Compliance Officer.
Assist the Consultant Pharmacist as needed.
Conduct inventory checks of Emergency Drug Kits.
Maintain the Matrix system (ePHI) in compliance with privacy and security standards.