Risk Manager/FT/Leatherman Behavioral Health Care Pavilion

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Risk Manager at a new behavioral health center. This role involves enhancing patient safety through quality improvement initiatives and conducting investigations to address care quality issues. You'll collaborate with the Quality Improvement Team and contribute to vital patient care strategies. With a commitment to expanding behavioral health resources in the region, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about quality care and patient safety, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

State health and retirement options

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN/RN program is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of medical-surgical nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing quality improvement activities within the Risk Management Department.
• Conduct investigations and implement Root Cause Analysis processes.

Skills

Quality Improvement

Patient Care Assessment

Root Cause Analysis

Medical-Surgical Nursing

Education

LPN/RN Program

Job description

Job Description Summary

Now seeking a full-time Risk Manager for our Leatherman Behavioral Health Care Pavilion, opening soon!

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC005533 LBH - Quality

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-31

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

To be determined

Job Description

Assist in developing and implementing quality improvement activities within the Risk Management Department. Responsibilities include assessing patient care quality, identifying issues and barriers, conducting investigations, and implementing Root Cause Analysis processes to enhance patient safety. The role involves reporting to the hospital Quality Improvement Committee, assisting with chart audits, establishing action plans with the Quality Improvement Team, investigating adverse events, and supervising volunteers and administrative staff.

Education

Graduate of an accredited LPN/RN program.

Experience

Minimum of 2 years of medical-surgical nursing experience. Prior experience in Quality Improvement is preferred.

Licenses/Certificates

RN License required.

Additional Information

The Leatherman Behavioral Health Pavilion will serve as a regional behavioral health center offering triage, crisis stabilization, telehealth, outpatient, and inpatient services. Located on the Cedar Tower campus in Florence, SC, the center aims to expand behavioral health resources in the Pee Dee region. The project is scheduled to open in October 2025 and will include various services such as mental health, addiction, and therapy services, along with inpatient psychiatric beds.

Benefits include state health and retirement options. Florence, SC, offers a rich history and vibrant community life. For more details about Florence, visit Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in the federal E-Verify program. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.