Job description
Responsible for analyzing and managing risk management issues by identifying, monitoring, teaching, and implementing strategies to reduce risk throughout the organization. Primary duties include but are not limited to:
· Directs and oversees the Risk Management Program to improve outcomes.
· Provides Enterprise oversight and management of Point Click Care Risk Management Module.
· Analyzes risk management data and clinical documentation to identify areas of risk related to falls, injuries, pressure ulcers, etc., and implements effective strategies to reduce the risk of litigation.
· Ensures compliance with HMG Clinical Policies and Procedures.
· Reviews and completes risk summary of medical records which may be subject of litigation.
· Develops and leads on-site, hands on educational activities to enhance the clinical documentation of areas of compliance risk.
· Maintains database of risk management activities and reports monthly facilities progress towards documentation compliance in areas of high risk.
· Collaborates with facility management and facility staff to prevent clinical risk throughout the facility.
· Responsible for training Medical Records personnel and monitoring for compliance in facilities.
· Develops effective working relationships with clinical staff and administrative personnel to facilitate the delivery and documentation of patient care.
· Collaborates with Administration and Nursing Department in the development of policies and procedures to ensure effective management of resident medical records.
· Provides reports as directed to facilities, regional and corporate staff as indicated.
· Position requires overnight travel which may be frequent.
· Other duties as assigned.
Reports to Vice President of Support Service
Requirements:
- Skilled Nursing Facility experience preferred.
- Risk Management experience preferred.
- RN in good standing in states serviced.
- Compact license or willing to be licensed in Texas and Kansas
- Must be willing to travel with overnight stays
- Enjoys teaching
