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Nursing Manager

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$42 - $44/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... floor nurse when needed. Provides health and wellness education for all patients delivered in a culturally competent manner. Assists clinical teams with management of high-risk patients and ...

Luminis Health

Case Manager (RN)

Annapolis, MD

The Case Manager works under the direction of the clinical director of care management, providing ... Keep leadership abreast of potential issues. 9. Utilizes all risk and predictive analytic tools ...

Luminis Health

Case Manager (RN)

Lanham, MD

The Case Manager works under the direction of the clinical director of care management, providing ... Keep leadership abreast of potential issues. 9. Utilizes all risk and predictive analytic tools ...

Luminis Health

Case Manager (RN)

Annapolis, MD

The Case Manager works under the direction of the clinical director of care management, providing ... Keep leadership abreast of potential issues. 9. Utilizes all risk and predictive analytic tools ...

Luminis Health

Case Manager (RN)

Lanham, MD

The Case Manager works under the direction of the clinical director of care management, providing ... Keep leadership abreast of potential issues. 9. Utilizes all risk and predictive analytic tools ...

Luminis Health

Case Manager (RN)

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$35 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Case Manager works under the direction of the clinical director of care management, providing ... Keep leadership abreast of potential issues. 9. Utilizes all risk and predictive analytic tools ...

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How much do nurse risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for nurse risk manager in Washington, DC is $126,301.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,900.00 and $146,100.00 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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Nurse Risk Manager jobs near you
Infographic showing various Nurse Risk Manager job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,301 per year, or $60.7 per hour.

RN Commercial Clinical Manager - Remote

Amergis Healthcare Staffing

Columbia, MD • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

* Compensation package includes base salary + annual bonus potential in the amount of $16,600

* This is a remote position that involves travel up to 1-2 times per month

The Clinical Manager is responsible for the clinical oversight of their respective business line with a focus on quality and consistent delivery of services. The Clinical Manager is knowledgeable of industry specific clinical trends and partners with associated business partners to proactively address opportunities for improvement of fulfillment, and field office support. The Clinical Manager is accountable to all federal, state, and local contracts and programs, and Amergis requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provides clinical leadership and oversight to specific lines of business
  • Partners with respective Business partners and field office support
  • Supports the quality assurance and performance improvement program quality management program in collaboration with the RN investigators and risk manager
  • Ensures appropriate plans of correction are developed and executed in response to internal or external audit trends, and monitors for completion
  • Manages client and customer relationships through excellent customer service
  • Partners with business development and recruiting teams to support appropriate levels of staffing for business lines with qualified and skilled caregivers
  • Identifies process challenges and develops solutions for improvement
  • Utilizes data to track conversions and trends impacting fulfillment of services
  • Assists in screening and vetting processes with recruitment teams
  • Remains current with industry regulations including federal, state, local contract and program requirements
  • Participates in corporate initiatives as needed
  • Accountable to all federal, state, local contract and program, and Amergis requirements
  • Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
  • Active unencumbered RN license in PSOR . A minimum of five years of relative experience required and at least one year of supervisory experience is preferred
  • Must meet all federal, state, local contract and program requirements, in addition to internal certifications and training, as required
  • Experience in business line preferred (i.e., commercial acute and non-acute)
  • Experience in quality management
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
  • Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience in hiring, training and employee development
  • Experience in regulatory audits such as The Joint Commission or other required contracts
  • Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, MilkStork, Transportation Benefit, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This posting will remain active on job boards for 5 days from date of posting unless there is a good faith basis to extend the posting date.

Please note that this pay range represents a good faith estimate of the compensation that will be offered for this position based on the circumstances. The actual pay offered to a successful candidate will take into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to location, experience, and other variable factors.

"Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Initiative, Amergis will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records"

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