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How much do nurse risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for nurse risk manager in Delaware is $111,652.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,100.00 and $129,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Nurse Risk Manager?

A Nurse Risk Manager is a registered nurse who specializes in identifying, evaluating, and minimizing risks to patients and healthcare organizations. They work to improve patient safety, investigate adverse events, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Nurse Risk Managers collaborate with clinical staff, administrators, and legal teams to develop policies and training that reduce liability and enhance care quality. Their goal is to create a safe environment for both patients and staff while protecting the organization from legal and financial risks.

What is the difference between Nurse Risk Manager vs Nurse Safety Coordinator?

AspectNurse Risk ManagerNurse Safety Coordinator
CertificationsRN license, risk management certificationsRN license, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, healthcare facilities, risk departmentsHospitals, clinics, safety departments
Primary FocusRisk mitigation, legal compliance, incident investigationWorkplace safety, safety protocols, staff training

The Nurse Risk Manager and Nurse Safety Coordinator roles both focus on healthcare safety but differ in scope. The Nurse Risk Manager primarily handles risk mitigation and legal compliance, while the Nurse Safety Coordinator emphasizes workplace safety and staff training. Both roles require RN licensure and relevant certifications, often working within similar healthcare environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Nurse Risk Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nurse Risk Manager, you need a solid clinical background, knowledge of healthcare regulations, and a bachelor's or master's degree in nursing—often with certification in risk management. Familiarity with incident reporting systems, root cause analysis tools, and regulatory compliance software is essential. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies help identify and mitigate risks, enhance patient safety, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.

What are some common challenges faced by Nurse Risk Managers when balancing patient care and regulatory compliance?

Nurse Risk Managers often encounter the challenge of ensuring high-quality patient care while meticulously adhering to regulatory standards and hospital policies. They must stay up-to-date with evolving healthcare regulations and respond quickly to incidents or potential risks, which can require rapid decision-making and effective communication with clinical staff. Balancing these responsibilities, especially during high-stress situations or when implementing new protocols, demands strong organizational skills and the ability to educate and support fellow staff members without disrupting patient care.
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Infographic showing various Nurse Risk Manager job openings in Delaware as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,652 per year, or $53.7 per hour.
Dialysis Program Manager Registered Nurse - RN

Dialysis Program Manager Registered Nurse - RN

Fresenius Medical Care

Lewes, DE • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Fresenius Medical Care rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 1,301 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

526th of 886 rated healthcare providers

Job description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Responsible for the day-to-day program operations and supporting the growth of the assigned single site Home Therapies program in coordination with the Business Unit management, in-center staff and other support functions. Ensures provision of quality patient care in accordance with policies, procedures, and training.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provides safe and effective oversight, support, training and scheduling of the delivery of home dialysis therapies to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy procedure manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
  • Responsible for profit and loss management of the assigned program including optimal performance of program operations to achieve or exceed budgets and key performance indicators.
  • Directs and manages all aspects of patient care for Home Therapies patients in assigned programs from admission through discharge of the patient. Provides direction, guidance, and support to staff members to ensure the safe and effective delivery of home therapy support care to patients with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
  • Oversees patient and caregiver readiness and ability to perform dialysis treatments at home and assesses environment for suitability in the ongoing delivery of home dialysis therapy, including training patients and caregivers on the safe and effective operation and preventative maintenance of equipment.
  • Manages patient experience efforts by supporting company patient satisfaction initiatives, embodying the company values and patient experience drivers while encouraging others to do the same.
  • Ensures competency of staff in the operation of all home dialysis therapy-related equipment, including the ability to troubleshoot equipment problems with the patient via telephone, maintaining appropriate staff licensures and CPR certifications.
  • Responsible for management of program supplies, equipment tracking, ensures that orders are replenished in a consistent and timely manner.
  • Directs activities related to the Continuous Quality Assurance Improvement, patient retention and Clinical Algorithm Adoption, patient access management and patient training success.
  • Directs data entry related activities such as patient admission, regulatory reporting, billing, physician orders, lab results, vital signs, patient status and any other treatment related data into systems.
  • Ensures regulatory, compliance, and audit activities are accomplished on time.
  • Orients and supports new staff and provides ongoing education, ensuring compliance with all risk management initiatives, including in-center staff.
  • Participates in Business Unit initiatives, projects, and audits as directed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
  • The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment used can vary in complexity. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.
  • The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
  • This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and/or walking and the employee must be able to bend over.
  • Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.

SUPERVISION:
  • Typically supervises non-exempt staff

EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.). Current appropriate state licensure.
  • Successfully complete CPR Certification

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
  • Minimum of one year dialysis experience with three months peritoneal experience required, one year medical-surgical nursing or ICU experience preferred
  • Supervisory experience preferred
  • Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of dialysis therapies
  • Demonstrated leadership skills including, but not limited to communication, customer service, performance management and continuous quality improvement.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors

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About Fresenius Medical Care

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We are a Team of more than 70,000 with one guiding Principle Patients First. This promise starts with providing the most comprehensive care for people living with Chronic Kidney Disease and extends to Innovative Solutions that are redefining Healthcare and setting the industry standard. From evolving home Dialysis and Patient education programs to improving patient care to providing World Class Research and Data driven insights. Our vertically integrated network tirelessly seeks new ways to improve the quality of our Patients' lives. We believe each of us can make an impact and together we can change an industry. Our Mission is to Provide Superior care that improves the quality of life of every patient, every day, setting the standard by which others in the Healthcare Industry are judged. And none of us does it alone. We bring together the brightest minds in kidney care to Dream, Research, and Innovate.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Waltham, MA, US

Year founded

1996

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