Dir-Risk Management/Accreditation

The Director of Risk Management and Accreditiation is responsible for the facilities' risk management activities, which include, but may not be limited to: a general knowledge of facility insurance programs; administering the risk management program on a day-to-day basis; managing and analyzing risk management data, trending, identifying gaps in results or program aspects, identifying opportunities for improvement, preparing reports to communicate data findings and analysis of information; conducting education applicable to risk management and patient safety initiatives; complying with regulatory and accreditation standards; formulating policy to support risk management initiatives and principles; participating in committees to integrate risk management into committee work product; interfacing with the corporate risk management department on claims management; and minimizing loss to protect the assets of the facility. The RM is responsible for reviewing and formulating policy or organizational changes and making recommendations for final approval by senior management and the board. This position management and provides oversight for accreditation surveys.

Reports to: CEO

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or, appropriate Nursing education with certification in Risk Management through a nationally recognized program meeting industry standards required.

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Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Strong understanding of: Process Review; Root Cause Analysis; Department of Health and Joint Commission requirements familiarity; Emergency Management and Regulatory Compliance.

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Required Skills

Licenses: Current RN, licensed by TN Board of Nursing or compact state, appropriately educated and experienced in nursing.

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Minimum Work Experience

Five (5) years experience in healthcare risk management and accreditation. Experience in the insurance industry is supportive to the skill set of the risk manager

• Preferred Three years exp. in direct patient care with some exp. In critical care

• Preferred.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran