What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse Risk Manager position at UW Health?
Job Description
100% FTE, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. This position is hybrid and will include travel enterprise-wide.
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UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others.
Job Description
100% FTE, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. This position is hybrid and will include travel enterprise-wide.
Be part of something remarkable
Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
We are seeking an RN Risk Manager to:
- Facilitate clinical risk management activities, including identification, investigation, analysis, and mitigation of patient safety events and organizational risk exposures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, committees, and leadership groups to manage adverse events, support regulatory compliance, and implement sustainable solutions that improve patient safety and quality outcomes.
- Analyze event reporting trends, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate response plans to reduce liability and enhance risk prevention strategies.
- Provide education, guidance, and consultation on clinical risk practices, policies, and regulatory requirements while actively participating in organizational committees, councils, and workgroups to promote a culture of safety.
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
- A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
- A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
- Bachelor's Degree in nursing Required
- 3 years of experience in clinical risk management or as a clinician working in a healthcare delivery system Required
- Broad clinical background in multiple patient care settings. Experience with professional liability insurance/claims management. Experience with process improvement workflows and evaluation of safety events. Experience presenting educational material to diverse audiences Preferred
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WI or holds a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact or current RN licensure to practice in the State of Illinois and required certification for respective nursing departments Required
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) within 2 Yrs Required
- CPR/Basic Life Support Preferred
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
UW Health Administrative Facilities - UW Health has administrative locations throughout Madison and beyond where thousands of employees provide vital support to our clinical areas. These locations are home to departments such as Access Services, Compliance, Human Resources, Information Services, Patient Medical Records, Payroll and many others.
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