Clinical Risk Director

Genesis Healthcare; New Mexico; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K

Paid time off

On-Demand Pay

Tuition discounts

Travel discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Foundation

Virtual health care

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare is seeking a Director of Clinical Risk Management to champion patient safety and quality care across our network of nursing centers. This leadership role partners with clinical teams to identify risks in patient care, documentation, and compliance and to develop strategies that minimize risk exposure.

The ideal candidate is an RN with nursing home experience, proficient in chart audits, incident reporting, and performance improvement.

Qualifications

• RN is required.
• Clinical experience in a nursing home is required.
• Knowledge of clinical charting, incident reporting and investigation response is required.
• Strong knowledge of standards of care in nursing and best practices is required.
• Knowledge of nursing home regulations and survey process is required.
• Extensive travel (60-75%) is required.
• BSN or BS in Social Work is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk management across Genesis HealthCare's nursing centers.
• Conduct incident reviews and root cause analyses; identify improvement opportunities.
• Perform comprehensive chart audits and provide data-driven feedback.
• Serve as SME in clinical risk management and promote best practices.
• Support centers in developing and implementing communication plans for patients and representatives.
• Respond to crises and adverse events with expert consultation.

Skills

RN

Clinical risk management

Incident reporting

Audit data

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Education

BSN

B.S. in Social Work

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Database Management

PowerPoint

Job description

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.

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

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you've already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively "Genesis") has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affluent Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.