Clinical Risk Management Specialist

St Claire; Ashland, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

UK St. Claire is hiring a Clinical Risk Management Specialist in Ashland, KY. This full-time role focuses on reviewing events, evaluating data, and ensuring hospital policies align with safety standards.

The position involves developing safety programs, minimizing liability, and supporting legal and staff training initiatives. Ideal candidates have RN licensure, a nursing/related degree, and 5+ years in risk management or an equivalent field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in nursing, risk management, business administration or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in risk management or related area.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and investigates electronic reported events and other events.
• Evaluates and distributes patient data.
• Reviews and ensures adequacy of hospital policies and procedures for risk control and safety.
• Develops and implements investigative, safety, and educational programs to reduce liability exposure.
• On-call responsibilities shared with risk/legal team members.

Skills

Risk assessment

Staff training

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

## Clinical Risk Management SpecialistApply: Hybrid eligible, with approval: UKKD - Main Campus: Full time: Posted Today: R-000004664At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.**Job Description**: ## Essential Functions* Reviews and investigates electronic reported events and all reported events.* Evaluates and distributes patient data.* Reviews and ensures adequacy of hospital policies and procedures for risk control and safety.* Develops and implements investigative, safety, and educational programs to reduce liability exposure.* Ensures risks are minimized through follow-up on regulatory and insurance survey recommendations.* Notifies Director of Risk Management of incidents with potential or actual liability.* Assists legal counsel in litigation preparation, including witness interviews and record review.* Assists in resolving patient and family complaints.* Provides risk-related information, support, and training to staff at all levels.* On-call responsibilities shared with other risk/legal team members.* Performs other duties as assigned. ## Education RequirementBachelor’s degree in nursing, risk management, business administration or a related field ## Experience Requirement5+ years of experience in risk management, nursing, business administration, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.All experience must be paid and in the same related field.Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. ## Certifications & LicensuresCurrent and active Registered Nurse (RN) licenseCPHRM within two (2) years of hire. ## Working ConditionsA. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. NeverC. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. NeverG. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. NeverI. Working in confined spaces: 1. NeverJ. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. NeverK. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)L. Loud noises: 1. NeverM. Temperature extremes: 1. NeverN. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. NeverO. Radiation: 1. NeverP. Burns: 1. NeverQ. Cuts/Punctures: 1. NeverR. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. NeverS. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. NeverT. Combative/violent people: 1. NeverU. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. NeverV. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A## Physical DemandsThis position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasional job-related travel may also be required. ## Additional Job DescriptionsN/A**Department**:Services**Shift**:Day (United States of America)**Time Type:**Full time**Address**:2201 Lexington Avenue**City, State**:Ashland, Kentucky