Clinical Risk Manager - Sunrise Senior Living
McLean, VA
About the Job
When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together.
Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.
COMMUNITY NAME
Community Support Office
Job ID
2025-223316
JOB OVERVIEW
_"Sunrise is the best place that I've ever worked, simply because of the people. We provide quality care in an environment that feels like home. Our focus is doing what’s right for the resident. For me, that’s a big breath of fresh air."_
_- Sunrise Leader_
The Clinical Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating and mitigating potential risks to facilitate the management of the overall operation and strategy of the Legal & Clinical Risk Management program. Operating as a key subject matter expert and advisor, this role collaborates closely with clinical staff, legal counsel and organization leadership to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, reduce liability exposure and promote a culture of resident safety and risk awareness.
RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Responsibilities:
As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:
• Manages ongoing analysis, development and implementation of methods and systems to improve the overall safety, efficiency and effectiveness of the Legal & Clinical Risk Management program
• Manages and coordinates the divisional reviews of reported risk events, resident adverse events and sentinel events
• Analyzes event report data and facilitates interdisciplinary efforts to identify/implement appropriate organization-wide process and resident safety improvements
• Participates and assists in legal/risk management activities, including claims mitigation and litigation
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure general and focused training is conducted related to identified legal and clinical risk areas and process improvements
• Facilitates loss prevention training and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to review the current and proposed processes & procedures for impacts on resident/patient safety as well as legal and clinical risk
• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met
• Perform other duties as assigned
Core Competencies:
• Strong understanding of healthcare operations, resident care processes and clinical workflows
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements in clinical settings
• Familiarity with legal concepts related to liability, claims mitigation and litigation
• Proficient in conducting risk assessments and analyzing potential clinical and operational risks
• Strong analytical abilities to evaluate complex risk scenarios and propose appropriate solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication to articulate risks, policies and improvement plans
• Ability to build trust and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including legal and clinical departments
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• Bachelor's degree
• Current and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Certification in Healthcare Risk Management (e.g. CPHRM) is a plus
• 4+ years of experience in clinical risk management, legal or healthcare compliance roles
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare rules and regulations, risk management principles and resident safety standards
• Strong analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills, with an ability to handle sensitive and complex issues
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and lead multidisciplinary initiatives
• Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
ABOUT SUNRISE
Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.
We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
+ Retirement Savings Plans
+ Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
+ Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
+ Daily Pay offered to get paid within hours of a shift (offered in the U.S. only)
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses.The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
+ Some benefits have eligibility requirements
_Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®_
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.
COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER
Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).
Location : Name _SSLM_
Type _Full-Time_
_Location : Address_ _7902 Westpark DR_
_Location : City_ _McLean_
_Location : State/Province (Full Name)_ _Virginia_
Salary Range _USD $78,100.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr._
Sunrise Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.
COMMUNITY NAME
Community Support Office
Job ID
2025-223316
JOB OVERVIEW
_"Sunrise is the best place that I've ever worked, simply because of the people. We provide quality care in an environment that feels like home. Our focus is doing what’s right for the resident. For me, that’s a big breath of fresh air."_
_- Sunrise Leader_
The Clinical Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating and mitigating potential risks to facilitate the management of the overall operation and strategy of the Legal & Clinical Risk Management program. Operating as a key subject matter expert and advisor, this role collaborates closely with clinical staff, legal counsel and organization leadership to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, reduce liability exposure and promote a culture of resident safety and risk awareness.
RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Responsibilities:
As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:
• Manages ongoing analysis, development and implementation of methods and systems to improve the overall safety, efficiency and effectiveness of the Legal & Clinical Risk Management program
• Manages and coordinates the divisional reviews of reported risk events, resident adverse events and sentinel events
• Analyzes event report data and facilitates interdisciplinary efforts to identify/implement appropriate organization-wide process and resident safety improvements
• Participates and assists in legal/risk management activities, including claims mitigation and litigation
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure general and focused training is conducted related to identified legal and clinical risk areas and process improvements
• Facilitates loss prevention training and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to review the current and proposed processes & procedures for impacts on resident/patient safety as well as legal and clinical risk
• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met
• Perform other duties as assigned
Core Competencies:
• Strong understanding of healthcare operations, resident care processes and clinical workflows
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements in clinical settings
• Familiarity with legal concepts related to liability, claims mitigation and litigation
• Proficient in conducting risk assessments and analyzing potential clinical and operational risks
• Strong analytical abilities to evaluate complex risk scenarios and propose appropriate solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication to articulate risks, policies and improvement plans
• Ability to build trust and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including legal and clinical departments
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• Bachelor's degree
• Current and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Certification in Healthcare Risk Management (e.g. CPHRM) is a plus
• 4+ years of experience in clinical risk management, legal or healthcare compliance roles
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare rules and regulations, risk management principles and resident safety standards
• Strong analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills, with an ability to handle sensitive and complex issues
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and lead multidisciplinary initiatives
• Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
ABOUT SUNRISE
Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.
We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
+ Retirement Savings Plans
+ Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
+ Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
+ Daily Pay offered to get paid within hours of a shift (offered in the U.S. only)
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses.The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
+ Some benefits have eligibility requirements
_Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®_
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.
COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER
Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).
Location : Name _SSLM_
Type _Full-Time_
_Location : Address_ _7902 Westpark DR_
_Location : City_ _McLean_
_Location : State/Province (Full Name)_ _Virginia_
Salary Range _USD $78,100.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr._
Sunrise Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Source : Sunrise Senior Living