Director of Risk Management

Director Of Risk Management

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Work Arrangement: Onsite – Office space available at location listed The

Director of Risk Management is responsible for leading, developing, and sustaining a comprehensive risk management and patient safety program within the hospital. The role focuses on minimizing organizational risk exposure, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a culture of safety through proactive identification, analysis, and mitigation of risks. This individual will collaborate closely with hospital leadership, clinical departments, and the corporate risk management team to implement enterprise-wide risk reduction strategies, oversee claims management, and facilitate patient safety initiatives in accordance with corporate policies and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all aspects of risk management and patient safety programs across the facility.
• Conduct risk assessments for new and existing services, processes, and systems.
• Manage incident reporting, claims management, and investigation processes, including root cause analysis and follow-up.
• Facilitate Patient Safety Council meetings and ensure integration of the corporate TERM (Tracking, Evaluation, and Risk Management) program into facility operations.
• Develop and track action plans to address identified risks and adverse events.
• Partner with department directors and the executive team to implement risk reduction strategies and ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
• Prepare reports, analyze risk-related data, and present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation related to risk events, claims, and safety initiatives.
• Educate staff and leadership on risk prevention, compliance, and patient safety principles.
• Serve as the primary liaison with corporate risk management, legal counsel, and insurance carriers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Risk Management, or a related field from an accredited institution (Required).
• 2–5 years of risk management experience in a hospital or acute care setting (Required).
• Demonstrated experience in leadership and risk program development within a healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards (Joint Commission, CMS, HIPAA, etc.) and risk management best practices.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and report-writing skills.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications / Certifications:

• Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM)
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Experience implementing enterprise risk management (ERM) or patient safety programs in acute care facilities.
• Experience with claims management systems and root cause analysis methodologies.

Key Skills:

• Risk Management & Patient Safety Leadership
• Claims Management & Investigation
• Root Cause Analysis & Action Planning
• Regulatory Compliance (CMS, Joint Commission)
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Policy & Procedure Development
• Training & Education on Risk Reduction
• Team Collaboration & Executive Communication
• Acute Care / Hospital Operations Knowledge