Our client, a small 100+ bed hospital located about 45 mins outside of Durham, NC, has a need for experienced Director of Quality/Risk Management to join their team. Must be a RN and have the TITLE of Director of Quality or Risk Management!

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the organization's risk management activities, which include the investigation and management of claims in conjunction with outside legal counsel. Managing and analyzing risk management data and conducting risk management educational programs, all with the objective of controlling and minimizing loss to protect the assets of the organization. Investigates and follows up on concerns and complaints. Also, this position is responsible for patient safety and implementing JCAHO National Patient Safety Goals/Standards. Maintains and continually improves the Corporate Compliance Program by conducting audits, monitoring, and training and educating staff, management, Medical Staff and the Board of Trustees. Chairs the ethics committee

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree is required.

Licenses/Certifications

Current NC Nursing Licensed or Multistate Nursing License is required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association is preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

Minimum of 3 years' related experience. Medical and/or Pharmaceutical Sales experience is preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in healthcare risk management, or claims investigation/management.
• Management/Supervisory experience preferred.
• Should have experience with OSHA and JCAHO.
• Excellent communication, public speaking and interpersonal skills. Ability to function calmly and rationally in high stress situations and ability to build harmonious relationships with hospital management, personnel, and physicians.
• Medical and/or Pharmaceutical Sales experience is preferred.

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