RN – Quality Management, Accreditation & Risk Manager RNQMARM

Job Title: RN Quality Management Accreditation & Risk Manager

Location: Sitka AK
Position Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

The RN Quality Management Accreditation & Risk Manager is responsible for leading and supporting the organizations internal risk management and patient safety programs. This role serves as both Risk Manager (RM) and Patient Safety Officer (PSO) providing organization-wide oversight of patient safety initiatives risk mitigation strategies and regulatory compliance. The position focuses on reducing medical and healthcare-related errors improving systems and processes and supporting a culture of safety and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management & Patient Safety

• Develop implement maintain and evaluate a comprehensive internal risk management program in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations

• Collaborate with organizational leadership on patient safety and risk management decision-making

• Investigate evaluate and submit adverse events and incidents in accordance with regulatory and statutory reporting requirements

• Coordinate and facilitate disclosure of adverse events ensuring appropriate follow-up with patients families and care teams

• Analyze patient grievances related to risk management in compliance with regulatory standards

• Facilitate and lead Patient Safety Rounds

• Provide education and training on risk management and patient safety to departments and staff

• Lead and support Root Cause Analyses (RCA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (FMEA)

• Stay current on industry trends clinical risk issues and best practices

Quality Accreditation & Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g. CMS Joint Commission DNV CARF and similar bodies)

• Monitor compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulatory requirements

• Assist with accreditation readiness and quality initiatives including chart audits clinical reviews and data support

• Support peer review activities in collaboration with medical leadership and legal counsel as appropriate

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with medical leadership and quality teams on quality of care patient safety and risk-related concerns

• Communicate effectively and professionally with staff at all levels of the organization

• Serve as a resource mentor and role model for quality safety and risk management practices

• Provide cross-coverage for other Quality Management team roles as needed

Education Certifications & Licensure

• Active unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license (state-specific in good standing)

• Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) required within two (2) years of hire

• Clinical Competency Assessment required within 3 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in risk management patient safety quality management and/or regulatory compliance

• Demonstrated leadership experience facilitating cross-functional teams

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments and organizational levels

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.