Clinical Risk Director

Overview:

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities:

Make a difference in patient care by joining our team as the Director of Clinical Risk Management.  You will champion patient safety and quality care across our network of nursing centers. This critical role will be instrumental in proactively identifying and mitigating clinical risks, ensuring the defensibility of clinical records, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

 

This role offers the opportunity to be a key resource and partner for our clinical teams. It involves playing a vital role in assessing processes, conducting thorough audits, providing actionable feedback, and implementing performance improvement strategies. This expertise will be crucial in guiding nursing centers through reportable events and grievances, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and minimizing liability. The position will also be a patient experience champion through improved communication and customer service initiatives.

 

Position Highlights

*Partner with clinical teams to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks related to patient care, documentation, and compliance and then develop and implement strategies to minimize risk exposure, optimize clinical processes and reduce adverse events. 

*Lead incident reviews, conduct root cause analyses, and identify opportunities for improvement.

*Conduct comprehensive chart audits and provide data-driven feedback.

*Serve as a subject matter expert in clinical risk management, providing guidance and promoting best practices.

*Support nursing centers in developing and implementing strategic communication plans for patients and their representatives regarding care planning and changes in condition.

*Respond to crises and adverse events, providing expert consultation and direction in complex clinical situations.
Benefits

Qualifications:

*RN is required.

*Clinical experience in a nursing home is required. 

*Knowledge and experience with clinical charting, incident reporting and investigation response are required. 

*Strong knowledge base of acceptable standards of care in the nursing profession and best practices are required. 

*Knowledge of nursing home regulations and survey process is required. 

*Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, Database Management, and PowerPoint skills are required.

*Excellent reporting and record-keeping skills are required.

*Extensive travel (60-75%) is required.

*BSN or Bachelor of Science in Social Work is strongly preferred.

Benefits:

Posted Salary Range: USD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.