Risk/Quality Specialist (RN) - Risk Management

Job Type: Full-time | generally flexible to 7:30-1600 or 0900-1730. No weekend shifts and no on call.

About the role

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Risk/Quality Specialist (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

Risk Management plays a critical role in healthcare by identifying, evaluating, and reducing risks that may impact patients, team members, and the organization. This unique nursing opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact on patient safety and quality outcomes beyond the bedside. It is a challenging, collaborative, and rewarding role for nurses who are passionate about improving care, driving change, and supporting a culture of safety.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource and expert, gaining appropriate knowledge to provide resources and expertise to the organization regarding Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety.
• Develop and/or provide educational sessions related to Clinical Risk Management, Patient Safety, Joint Commission, Department of Health, or Performance Excellence. Sessions include but are not limited to: residents, physicians, nurses, new employee orientation, new physician orientation, and others as requested (e.g., Safe Choices).
• Enter and run reports for electronic event systems, such as Safety Incident Management system (SIM) and Patient Safety Authority.
• Support the SIM process in the absence of analysis.
• Investigate incidents and facilitate root cause analyses as needed.
• Participate in claim investigations, supporting the discovery process and working with legal teams.
• Participate in survey teams such as Joint Commission and Department of Health.
• Collaborate with others in maintaining the updated Organizational Policy Manual and formation of new policies related to Patient Safety and Risk Management.

Requirements

• Current PA state or multistate RN license.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school (BSN must be obtained within 3 years if not already held).
• BSN, advanced degree in nursing, business, or education preferred.
• Five years of full-time acute care clinical nursing experience.
• Basic computer skills; proficiency in Excel spreadsheets and word processing.
• Coursework in statistics preferred.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial protection and PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial and career growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

About the organization

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420-bed, Level 1 Trauma Center located in Johnstown, PA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.