RiskQuality Specialist (RN) Risk Management

Risk/Quality Specialist (RN) - Risk Management
Job Type: Full-time generally flexible to 7:30- 1600 or 0900-1730. No weekend shifts and no on call.

Your experience matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Risk/Quality Specialist (RN)joining our team youre 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.

More about our team

Risk Management plays a critical role in healthcare by identifying evaluating and reducing risks that may impact patients team members and organization. This unique nursing opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact on patient safety and quality outcomes beyond the bedside. It is a challenging collaborative and rewarding role for nurses who are passionate about improving care driving change and supporting a culture of safety.

How youll contribute

ARisk/Quality Specialist (RN)who excels in this role:

• Resource / Expert Gains appropriate knowledge base to provide resources / expertise to the organization regarding Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety.
• Education Develop and/or provide educational sessions related to Clinical Risk Management Patient Safety Joint Commission Department of Health or Performance Excellence; educational sessions include but are not limited to educational sessions to various diverse audiences including: for residents physicians nurses new employee orientation new physician orientation and others as requested Safe Choices
• Enter and run reports for electronic event systems such as Safety Incident Management system (SIM) Patient Safety Authority etc.
• Support SIM process in absence of analysis
• Investigate incidents and facilitate root causes as needed.
• Participating in claim investigations-supports the discovery process-working with legal teams
• Participate in survey teams such as Joint Commission and Department of Health.
• Collaborate with others in maintaining updated Organizational Policy Manual and formation of new policies related to Patient Safety and Risk Management.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for
Applicants should have a current PA state or multistate RN license and possess bachelors degree(or obtain BSN within 3 years) from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• BSNAdvanced degree in nursing business or education preferred
• Five years of full-time acute care clinical nursing experience basic computer skills
• Proficient computer skills including Excel spreadsheets and word processing; coursework in statistics preferred.

More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420 Bed Level 1 Trauma Center located in Johnstown PA 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 milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

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