The Risk Manager is responsible for the organization’s risk management activities, which include, but may not be limited to, analyzing and managing claims made against the organization, interfacing with defense counsel, managing and analyzing risk management data, conducting risk assessments on clinical practice and care design processes, providing risk management educational programs, complying with risk management related standards by DNV all with the objective of maintaining patient safety, enhancing quality care, and minimizing loss to protect the assets of the organization and administering the enterprise risk management program with the goal of minimizing the adverse effects on patients, and/or losses to the organization and enhancing quality of care.

Utilizes knowledge of clinical settings, scope of practice limitations, best practices and the legal system to provide clinical consultative services on risk prevention and mitigation strategies.

Acts as a resource regarding risk management services and clinical best practices for patient safety.

Assists with the design and implementation of policies and procedures related to loss prevention, patient safety, risk mitigation, patient rights and/or hospital responsibilities incorporating clinical best practice or other professional guidelines as applicable to the appropriate care setting.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or other healthcare-related degree
• Knowledge of regulatory codes and legal requirements
• Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Demonstrated skill in planning, implementing and evaluating programs
• One year experience in risk management preferred

License Required

Registered nurse

License Preferred

N/A

Certifications Required

N/A

Certifications Preferred

Certification in Risk Management