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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleESH Clinical Risk Investigator/UKHCRequisition NumberRE52409Working TitleClinical Risk InvestigatorDepartment NameH1180: ESH QUALITYWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level12Salary Range$62,400-111,634/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSNClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience2 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationActive Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license and Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) within 2 years of hire date.

Physical RequirementsRequires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, or some standing or walking.ShiftMonday Friday; 8-:00am 5:30 pm and additional times as needed by department.Job SummaryThe ESH Risk Investigator will serve a critical role in managing investigations by working with team members to complete and document investigations within appropriate timeframes. This includes working with patients and staff to resolve patient complaints and grievances. Must comprehend and follow BHDID Incident Management Protocol. Will work with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure patient safety. Participate in staff educational sessions to communicate policies and procedures along with state and federal laws. Ensure compliance with reporting guidelines and deadlines. Will assist with risk management data entry and may be assigned special projects as needed. The successful candidate must be knowledgeable of applicable state and federal laws and complete the Certified Investigator Training at the first offering after hire.Skills / Knowledge / Abilities-Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor's degree in nursingDeadline to Apply11/30/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Kentucky or will be eligible to obtain this license by date of hire?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in caring for and/or coordinating care in mental health?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

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