Regulatory Compliance Program Manager

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Program Manager to ensure patient safety is embedded in comprehensive plans across our Seattle-area facilities. You will lead ongoing regulatory activities with extensive rounding in clinical and non-clinical departments.

The role requires regulatory expertise, strong analytical skills, and experience managing quality, safety, or regulatory programs in acute care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare admin, nursing or related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible related work experience.
• At least three years of progressive management in an acute care setting, with focus on Quality, Safety, or Regulatory Program.
• Two years of clinical, patient experience or equivalent.
• Experience developing and implementing clinical, service and operation process initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance efforts to align hospitals and clinics with Joint Commission standards and state/federal regs.
• Drive ongoing readiness through rounding and engagement across clinical and non-clinical departments.
• Oversee policy and procedure implementation to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Coordinate survey preparation, processes, and follow-up on findings.
• Proactively assess standards compliance, identify vulnerabilities, and report findings with actionable insights.
• Develop and deliver targeted training programs addressing deficiencies to foster a culture of compliance.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Patient safety

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As our Regulatory Compliance Program Manager, you will help ensure that all facets of patient safety are identified and integrated into comprehensive plans so that Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) can provide the highest standards of patient care.

Every day you will facilitate on-going regulatory compliance activities through extensive rounding on clinical and non-clinical departments at VMFH.

*Key Responsibilities Include*

• *Compliance Leadership:* Ensure assigned hospitals and clinics are continuously aligned with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and all applicable state and federal regulations.
• *Continuous Readiness Facilitation:* Drive ongoing regulatory compliance activities through extensive rounding and engagement with both clinical and non-clinical departments across VMFH facilities.
• *Policy & Procedure Implementation:* Oversee the effective implementation of policies and procedures to ensure regulatory adherence.
• *Survey Preparedness & Management:* Lead and coordinate all aspects of survey preparation, manage survey processes, and ensure diligent follow-up on findings.
• *Vulnerability Assessment & Reporting:* Proactively assess standards compliance, identify potential vulnerabilities, and report findings to key stakeholders with clear actionable insights.
• *Training & Education:* Develop and conduct targeted training programs for management, educators, and staff in response to identified or potential deficiencies, fostering a culture of compliance.

To be successful in this role you must have regulatory expertise, patient safety acumen and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.

*Job Requirements**Required*

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing or other healthcare-related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible related work experience that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive management responsibility in an acute care setting, one (1) of which is related to managing an organization’s or department Quality, Safety, or Regulatory Program.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical, patient experience or equivalent.
• Experience developing, and implementing clinical, service and operation process initiatives, both small and large scale.
• Or, any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets requirements and provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

*Preferred*

• Active Washington State Registered Nurse License
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

*Pay Range*

$49.78 - $82.14 /hour