Registered Nurse (RN) Risk Management Specialist

Lifepoint Health Careers; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Shift differentials

Health benefits (medical, dental, 5V)

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Life/ disability insurance

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead risk management efforts and promote patient safety across the organization.

The role involves designing and overseeing risk programs, investigating events and claims, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance. RN license + nursing experience required; certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license.
• Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• Claims Management and/or Risk Management certification preferred.
• In lieu of RN license, 3–5 years of claims/risk management experience in an acute care facility.
• Three years of RN experience or a combination of nursing/claims/risk management experience.

Responsibilities

• Designs, coordinates, and oversees the hospital's risk management program to promote patient safety, regulatory compliance, and risk reduction.
• Investigates and manages potentially compensable events, claims, and litigation; develops and implements risk management policies and corrective actions.
• Collaborates with administration, medical staff, corporate representatives, regulatory agencies, insurers, attorneys, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Risk management

Patient safety

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Tools

None

Job description

Your experience matters

At Memorial Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

This role designs, coordinates, and oversees the Medical Center's comprehensive risk management program to promote patient safety, regulatory compliance, and organizational risk reduction. Investigates and manages potentially compensable events, claims, and litigation; develops and implements risk management policies, procedures, and corrective actions; identifies risk reduction opportunities; and provides staff education. Collaborates with administration, medical staff, corporate representatives, regulatory agencies, insurers, attorneys, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, facilitate effective communication, and support ongoing quality and risk management initiatives. Maintains systems for tracking and analyzing risk-related data and actively participates in committees and interdisciplinary teams to improve organizational outcomes.

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• $15,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Shift differentials
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Claims Management and/or Risk Management certification preferred.
• In lieu of RN license, 3-5 years of claims/Risk Management experience in an acute care facility.
• Three (3) years of experience as an RN or a combination of (3) years nursing/claims/ Risk Management experience required.

About our Health System

Memorial Medical Center is a 199 bed acute hospital located in Las Cruces, NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MMC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."