Risk Manager - Villa Maria Nursing Center

Job Title:

Risk Manager (RN/LPN) – Multi‑Facility Coverage

Classification:
Exempt

Job Code: ___________________ Salary Grade: ___________________ Date Approved: ___________________

Catholic Health Services – South Florida

Protect Patients. Reduce Risk. Lead Change.

Catholic Health Services (CHS), one of South Florida's leading faith‑based healthcare organizations, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Risk Manager to join our leadership team. The Risk Manager serves as the facility's designated Patient/Resident Safety Officer and is responsible for coordinating and implementing risk management programs designed to identify, analyze, and reduce risks to residents, patients, employees, and the organization.

• Lead and coordinate the facility's risk management program in collaboration with facility leadership.
• Provide risk management coverage and support for two assigned facilities, balancing priorities and maintaining a visible presence at each location.
• Conduct investigations of incidents, accidents, complaints, and adverse events.
• Analyze and trend data to identify risk exposures and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure timely reporting of reportable events to regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in quality, safety, and risk management committees.
• Develop and implement risk reduction strategies and corrective action plans.
• Conduct audits and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a resource to leaders and staff on risk management, patient safety, and regulatory matters.
• Coordinate and deliver risk management education and training during orientation and throughout the year.
• Assist legal counsel with litigation support, record production requests, and investigations.
• Promote a culture of resident/patient safety and continuous improvement.

• Active Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license required;
  Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) candidates with strong risk management experience will be considered.
• Minimum of two (2) years of healthcare risk management experience.
• Risk Management Certification required.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with incident reporting, root cause analysis, and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state healthcare regulations, including OBRA, OSHA, Joint Commission, and CARF standards.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and healthcare software applications.
• Valid Florida driver's license. Willingness to travel among facilities.

• Mission‑driven, faith‑based healthcare organization.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on patient and resident safety.
• Collaborative leadership environment.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

• Works collaboratively with other facility leadership and staff members.
• Provides orientation for new employees as needed.
• Maintain required certifications and mandatory skill updates.
• Comply with all policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• May serve as an interim department leader depending on need.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 250+ pounds, walk, climb stairs or ladders, stand on feet for extended periods of time, etc.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

CHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and…