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Nurse (Risk Management Consultant)
Location:
Phoenix, AZ
Description:
Summary This position serves as the Risk Management Consultant at the Phoenix Service Unit covering inpatient, ambulatory care, and emergency areas. Incumbent provides advisory services to the Director of Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation Department, Chief, Quality Management Officer, the Service Unit Management Staff, Executive Management Staff and Governing Body. Position is located in Phoenix, AZ. Duties Participates in the development of innovative, evidence-based approaches to the establishment enhancement, modification, and/or improvement of care with a focus on minimizing the risk of harm to patients, liability exposure of our healthcare providers, and financial loss to the agency. Demonstrates knowledge of current concepts and principles of performance improvement, the Medical Center's improvement methodology and framework, and external review standards. Responsible for hospital-wide Healthcare Risk Management Program and risk reduction activities, which includes managing Administrative Tort Claims, interfacing with legal counsel, administering the program on a day-to-day basis, managing and analyzing risk assessment data utilizing electronic health records to review patient medical treatment and plan of care. Conducting risk management educational programs, and complying with health care error reduction related standards by the Joint Commission, all with the objective of reducing the risk of adverse patient events. Serves as a consultant providing clinical advisory tasks related to such functions as developing and assessing clinical health outcomes quality measures; evaluating clinical case reviews for adequacy of care, compliance with clinical and regulatory guidelines. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must pass pre-employment examination.Selectee may be subject to a probationary periodU.S. Citizenship is requiredSelective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required.Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service.Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit .You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation : If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process. Qualifications To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S) : Education: A graduate or higher level degree, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. OR Degree from Foreign Nursing School: Official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools. Licensure : Applicants must have passed the National Council Licensure Examination. In addition, they must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications for GS-11 stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: GS-12 Level: At least one (1) full year of professional nursing specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-11 grade level) such as: Working closely with chiefs and others in planning, designing, integrating, implementing, modifying and administering a Heathcare Risk Management Program, including Administrative Tort Claims, interacting with legal counsel, healthcare error reduction, and facility-wide incident reporting and tracking medical error reporting systems. Monitors Risk Management Program compliance with the Joint Commission Standards, CMS and other regulatory agency requirements. Develops strategies to disseminate "lessons learned" to appropriate staff throughout the organization. Facilitates, coordinates, directs and leads multidisciplinary teams and groups addressing the investigation of healthcare issues, standard of care reviews, sentinel events and development of corrective action plans. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.This position will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and Veterans' Preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see . Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must substantively exceed the basic qualifications and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and any other requirements.Click here to view vacancy questions: . All documents above MUST be received by 11:59 (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 05/17/2024, to be considered. Required Documents Resume : You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume. If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number. Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and appointment claim(s), and position requirements: Indian Preference Applicants : If claiming Indian preference, applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432, "Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and IHS Only." Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA Official of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions, see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: . When an Indian Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant must provide documentation in order to receive preference. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) : If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below: . Transcripts : You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts (official or unofficial) although not required at the time of application. You must list your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer. Licensure, Certifications : Applicants should list their license/certifications on their resume, along with the expiration date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer. You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date: 05/17/2024PDN-9bf5a77b-c506-447a-842f-e2baf7f7c599
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