Healthcare Risk & Compliance Director

6 Degrees Search; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partial relocation package

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Director of Risk Management to lead the hospital's risk strategy and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and ethical standards. The role centers on identifying, avoiding, and mitigating risks while guiding personnel and leadership through policy and process improvements.

The position requires 5+ years of nursing experience with 3+ years in a director/manager role, NM RN licensing, and a focus on risk management in healthcare administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school.
• NM RN license is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience with at least 3 years in a director or manager role.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management within a healthcare setting.
• CPHRM certification is a plus, required within three years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall risk management program, focusing on risk identification, avoidance, and mitigation.
• Collaborate with leadership, healthcare providers, and staff to implement effective risk management solutions.
• Manage litigation-related activities including investigations, interviews, and legal documentation.
• Provide training on risk management processes and incident reporting to hospital personnel.
• Offer expert consultation on informed consent, documentation standards, and disclosure practices.
• Oversee insurance policies related to professional liability, general liability, and property claims.
• Serve as the facility's Compliance and Ethics Officer.

Skills

Risk management

Leadership

Healthcare compliance

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

NM RN license

CPHRM certification within 3 years

Job description

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Director of Risk Management to lead the hospital's risk strategy and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and ethical standards. The role centers on identifying, avoiding, and mitigating risks while guiding personnel and leadership through policy and process improvements.

The position requires 5+ years of nursing experience with 3+ years in a director/manager role, NM RN licensing, and a focus on risk management in healthcare administration.