Director - Clinical Risk Management

Your experience matters 

Raleigh General Hospital 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 the Director of Clinical Risk Management joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

 

More about our team 

At Raleigh General Hospital people are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. We offer a wide range of surgical services as well as specialty programs including Cardiac CTA, Digital Mammography, and Trauma Services.

How you’ll contribute 

A Director of Clinical Risk Management who excels in this role:

• Provides strategic leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate clinical and organizational risks, driving initiatives that improve patient safety and protect the organization.
• Serves as a subject matter expert for hospital leadership, practice managers, Health Support Center (HSC) representatives, insurers, attorneys, and other stakeholders on all aspects of clinical risk management.
• Develops, implements, and monitors risk management goals, policies, and procedures, providing guidance to reduce risk and prevent patient harm.
• Educates leaders and stakeholders on risk management essentials, emerging trends, and proactive strategies to mitigate loss.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, including The Joint Commission (TJC), Department of Health (DOH), and CMS requirements.
• Participates in HSC committees, workgroups, and councils to create resources and tools that support risk management across LifePoint affiliates.
• Analyzes incidents, trends, and risk data to inform leadership decisions, recommend preventive actions, and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management initiatives.

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

 

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and 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.
  
   

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in Quality or Risk Management within a healthcare setting..

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred; relevant advanced degrees a plus.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Risk Management or Quality in an acute care setting preferred.

• Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) certification preferred.

• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory and accreditation standards, including TJC, CMS, and Department of Health requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable strategies to mitigate clinical and organizational risks.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels across hospital and corporate settings.

• Proven track record of developing and implementing risk management policies, programs, and initiatives that improve patient safety and organizational outcomes.

More about Raleigh General Hospital

 

Raleigh General Hospital cares for nearly 13,000 patients each year and treats more than 50,000 patients in its emergency room. We are accredited by the Joint Commission, the nationally recognized accrediting agency for healthcare facilities. Raleigh General Hospital also offers instructional programs for nursing students as well as numerous allied health student extern programs.

EEOC Statement

“Raleigh General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Raleigh General Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”