LPN Risk Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

LPN Risk Coordinator

Trellis Supportive Care

Join Our Quality Team and Make a Meaningful Impact on Patient Care

Are you a detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who is passionate about quality, patient safety, and regulatory excellence? Trellis Supportive Care is seeking an experienced and motivated LPN Risk Coordinator to join our Quality Team.

In this role, you will help ensure our organization maintains the highest standards of patient care, safety, compliance, and operational readiness. Working closely with the Quality Team Manager, you will play a key role in identifying risks, conducting assessments, supporting regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement across the agency.

Position Summary

The LPN Risk Coordinator serves as an integral member of the Quality Team, coordinating and supporting risk management activities designed to enhance patient outcomes, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote organizational excellence. This position focuses on risk assessment and monitoring activities related to Infection Control, Emergency Preparedness, Quality Reporting, and Patient Safety.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management & Quality Assurance

• Conduct agency-wide risk assessments and assist with the development of mitigation strategies.
• Monitor, analyze, and report trends related to patient safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in investigating incidents, adverse events, and patient safety concerns.
• Support performance improvement initiatives and corrective action plans.

Infection Control

• Assist in monitoring and evaluating infection prevention and control practices.
• Participate in infection surveillance activities and reporting.
• Support staff education and compliance with infection control standards and best practices.

Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate and support emergency preparedness activities and risk assessments.
• Assist with emergency management planning, drills, exercises, and documentation.
• Help ensure ongoing compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.

Quality Reporting & Compliance

• Collect, track, and analyze quality data and performance indicators.
• Assist with regulatory reporting and quality improvement projects.
• Support preparation for surveys, audits, and accreditation reviews.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to quality and risk management activities.

Team Support

• Serve as a backup resource for selected Clinical Education and Compliance functions.
• Collaborate with clinical leaders and interdisciplinary teams to promote best practices and organizational goals.
• Participate in policy review, development, and implementation efforts.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems.

Preferred:

• Experience in home health, hospice, quality improvement, risk management, compliance, infection control, or regulatory oversight.
• Knowledge of CMS, state, and accreditation standards.
• Experience with data collection, reporting, and performance improvement initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• A commitment to patient safety and quality care.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• A collaborative mindset and passion for continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

Join a mission-driven organization where quality, safety, and compassionate care are at the center of everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while helping shape and strengthen our organization's quality and risk management programs.

***Trellis Supportive Care offers an exceptional Benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, & Retirement Plan***

For more information, please contact: Charlotte Akers, Talent Acquisition Manager with Trellis Supportive Care

***Annual flu vaccination required (medical or religious exemptions considered)

***Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status

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