Director of Nursing Risk Management

R.L. Barclay & Associates; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partial relocation package

Job summary

R.L. Barclay & Associates seeks a Director of Nursing Risk Management to lead risk strategies across the organization and drive patient safety initiatives.

The role requires a nursing background, RN licensure in New Mexico, and at least five years in nursing with three in leadership, plus healthcare risk management experience. A CPCMH certification is preferred and relocation support is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing and active NM RN license required.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in healthcare risk management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk identification, avoidance, and mitigation with leadership and staff.
• Manage response to litigation including investigations and document gathering.
• Develop and deliver training on risk management and incident reporting.
• Provide guidance on informed consent, documentation, and liability exposure.
• Oversee insurance policies for professional/general liability and property.
• Serve as Compliance and Ethics Officer ensuring regulatory adherence.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

CPHRM certification (preferred)

Job description

Director of Nursing Risk Management

We are seeking an experienced and strategic-minded professional to lead our Nursing Risk Management department. This pivotal role involves coordinating various aspects of risk management to ensure the safety and efficiency of healthcare operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing and risk management, with a focus on developing and implementing comprehensive risk mitigation strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead risk identification, avoidance, and mitigation efforts by collaborating with leadership, healthcare providers, and staff.
• Manage and coordinate the response to potential and active litigation, including conducting investigations and gathering legal documents.
• Develop and deliver training programs on risk management protocols and incident reporting for hospital staff and affiliated clinics.
• Provide expert consultation on informed consent, documentation standards, disclosure practices, and professional liability exposure.
• Oversee the management of insurance policies related to professional liability, general liability, and property claims.
• Serve as the Compliance and Ethics Officer, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Active NM RN license.
• A minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role such as Director or Manager.
• Prior experience in risk management within the healthcare sector is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in acute healthcare risk management is preferred and may substitute for leadership experience.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) certification is preferred upon hire and required within three years of employment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 USD
• Partial relocation package available.
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement plans, and Paid Time Off.