Patient Safety Clinical Risk Manager

Role Overview: The Patient Safety Clinical Risk Manager oversees patient safety and risk management across the health system. They investigate safety events, conduct Cause Analyses, and address quality-of-care grievances. They support High Reliability Organization initiatives, lead safety improvement projects, and collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to enhance safety and quality outcomes. Qualifications & Skills: Requires a Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare, or related field; a Master's degree is preferred. Five years of clinical or healthcare experience in an acute care setting is required, with two years in risk management or patient safety preferred. Valid licensure and certifications in healthcare risk management or patient safety are advantageous. Must be highly organized, analytical, adaptable, and proficient in collaboration, decision-making, and maintaining confidentiality. Strong problem-solving and investigative skills are essential. Key Responsibilities Investigate adverse events, safety posts, and Cause Analyses; escalate significant issues and lead investigations per regulatory standards.Support High Reliability and Just Culture initiatives to improve patient safety and psychological safety.Manage quality-of-care grievances, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely resolution.Assist with disclosure conversations and provide coaching to staff and providers.Build stakeholder relationships, conduct rounds, and lead patient safety initiatives.Maintain expertise in risk management systems and enterprise risk management practices.Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards, and stay current on industry trends. Additional Duties: Continuously seek process improvements, recommend and monitor changes, and promote adherence to organizational and regulatory requirements to foster a culture of safety and quality.