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Director Risk Management

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Job Description

Director of Risk Management

Position Type: Full-time / Onsite
Location: Scenic Regional Area, New Mexico (In-Person Required)
Classification: Senior Level
Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Risk Management for a contingent leadership role at a prominent regional healthcare facility. This senior position plays a vital role in coordinating multiple facets of the overall risk management, avoidance, and mitigation processes.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with all levels of leadership, providers, front-end staff, and external stakeholders to implement sustainable corrective actions. Additionally, this role serves a dual function as the facility’s Compliance and Ethics Officer .

About the Facility & Region

This role is based at a comprehensive 199-bed acute care teaching hospital that serves as a vital healthcare hub for its regional community. Part of a premier, nationwide diversified healthcare delivery network, the facility is dedicated to clinical excellence across acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health platforms.

The facility is nestled in the enchanting landscapes of New Mexico , offering an exceptional quality of life with its rich cultural heritage, dramatic desert vistas, and year-round outdoor recreation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Risk Mitigation & Programs: Oversee the comprehensive risk management program for both the main hospital campus and its affiliated regional clinics.
  • Litigation Management: Manage the evolving needs of potential and active litigation cases, including overseeing investigations, conducting interviews, coordinating depositions, and gathering legal hold records as directed by legal counsel.
  • Clinical Consultation: Provide expert clinical consultation regarding informed consent, professional liability exposure, documentation standards, and disclosure practices.
  • Policy Oversight: Oversee the facility’s insurance policies, managing professional liability, general liability, and property claims activities.
  • Staff Training: Develop and deliver training programs for hospital leadership, medical providers, and general staff regarding incident reporting and risk management protocols.
  • Compliance: Actively serve as the Compliance and Ethics Officer to ensure all facility actions align with regulatory and corporate ethical frameworks.

Role Requirements

Must-Haves:

  • Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of New Mexico or an active multi-state compact license.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional nursing experience, including at least 3 years in a dedicated Director or Manager-level leadership role.
  • Domain Knowledge: Proven, hands-on experience specifically within acute care Risk Management.
  • Certification: Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) certification is highly preferred upon hire; otherwise, required to be obtained within 3 years of placement.

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Prior experience working within a for-profit hospital ecosystem is strongly preferred.
  • Previous high-level clinical Director experience is highly preferred.
  • Prior acute healthcare risk management experience can be evaluated to substitute for the standard leadership experience requirements.

Perks & Benefits (Available for Eligible Full-Time Contracts)

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans.
  • 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Relocation assistance package for candidates moving to the region.
  • Robust paid time off (PTO) and extended illness bank packages.
  • Income-protection programs, including short/long-term disability and life insurance.
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