Specialist Risk and Safety #6632

Summary

While performing duties related to St. Clair Hospital or St. Clair Medical Group, this position is responsible for supporting the organization-wide patient safety improvement program and assisting in the protection of Hospital assets from loss by assisting in the implementation of the Patient Safety Plan and Risk Management Plan. This position also supports the hospital-wide regulatory compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, PA Department of Health licensure requirements and ongoing readiness and compliance with the Joint Commission accreditation requirements. Identifies patient safety issues and potential liability exposures; supports the reduction of medical errors and other factors that contribute to unintended adverse patient outcomes; and responds appropriately to prevent, manage, and mitigate loss to the organization. Supports the administration of the professional and general liability claims.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a healthcare-related field.
2. Three years of clinical experience.
3. Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making and analytical skills.
4. Excellent computer skills including report and graphic generation.
5. Ability to organize, prioritize, and work independently.
6. Knowledge of risk management principles and issues regarding patient safety.
7. Able to facilitate the identification of risks throughout the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master's degree in nursing or a related healthcare field.
2. Three years of risk/claims management experience.
3. Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation.
4. Experience with Windows-based programs and claims management software.
5. Experience with data analysis/management.
6. Experience in lean training.
7. Understanding of CMS Conditions of Participation, PA Department of Health Regulations and Joint Commission accreditation requirements.