Permanent | Nurse Practitioner Risk Management Director Opportunity | Durham, North Carolina

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Risk Management Director to join the leadership team of a well-established Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Durham, North Carolina.

Position Details

• Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time.
• Role: Risk Management Director.
• Location: Durham, North Carolina.
• Setting: Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).

Position Highlights

• Leadership position within an established FQHC serving the community for more than 55 years.
• Opportunity to oversee the organization's Risk Management Program.
• Serve as the organization's Joint Commission Champion.
• Lead initiatives focused on patient safety, employee health, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborative leadership environment with direct impact on organizational quality and safety initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the organization's Risk Management Program.
• Oversee Occupational Health, Infection Control, Environment of Care, and Joint Commission readiness.
• Coordinate all Joint Commission preparation activities, surveys, and regulatory updates.
• Develop and implement risk management policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Promote employee health and workplace safety through occupational health initiatives.
• Lead infection prevention education and ensure compliance with infection control standards.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and support continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Order and oversee clinical supplies and equipment while coordinating maintenance and staff training.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to improve patient safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Registered Nurse.
• Current, unrestricted North Carolina licensure.
• Minimum of three years of nursing or advanced practice experience.
• Previous experience in Risk Management, Infection Control, Quality, or Healthcare Leadership preferred.
• Additional coursework or certification in Risk Management and/or Infection Control preferred.
• Current BLS certification (Instructor certification preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and healthcare documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Ideal Candidate

• Mission-driven healthcare professional committed to serving underserved communities.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
• Experience leading quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional interpersonal and leadership abilities.

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a specialized healthcare recruiting firm connecting clinicians with high-quality locum tenens and permanent opportunities nationwide. We prioritize strong communication, long-term relationships, and matching providers with organizations committed to exceptional patient care.