This position is responsible for providing a safer hospital and clinic environment by mitigating or reducing risks for all individuals within the organization. The incumbent serves as a resource for all colleagues and providers on medical/legal concerns. This position investigates Event Reports and EMTALA related concerns and identifies major trending patterns. This position analyzes allegations of claims and complaints against the organization, and corresponding documentation (including medical record review, security reports/video, etc.). The incumbent interviews employees, patients, families, and physicians for details of events, and documents chronological summaries of events and research processes in a medical/legal perspective. This position also participates in the risk management reduction strategies with the Risk Management team.
Requirements
1. Bachelor's degree is required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
2. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse authorized in the applicable state(s) of practice/employment is required.
3. Five (5) years of clinical experience as an RN is required. Previous experience in Risk Management or medical-legal activities is preferred.
4. Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) is preferred.
5. Must be highly motivated, self-directed and work independently.
6. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks appropriately are required.
7. Must have the ability to work under pressure with time constraints, including presenting to all associates in a respectful and professional manner as part of the ministry’s Core Values.
Pay Range $48.56 - $72.85
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Current Registered Nurse licensure in applicable state(s) of practice or employment
- Five years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree
- Previous risk management or medical-legal experience
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management certification
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, communicate effectively, organize work, and perform under pressure
What We Do
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 88 hospitals, 131 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 125 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue is $20.2 billion with $1.2 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
