ABOUT:
Amidst the ever-evolving challenges of the healthcare sector, the imperative of ensuring safety and mitigating risks remains paramount. Enter the realm of Certified Healthcare Risk Management Professional (CHRMP®), stalwart guardians equipped with the prowess to navigate and mitigate the multifaceted risks inherent in healthcare environments. With a proactive stance and adept crisis management skills, CHRMP® professionals stand as bulwarks against potential hazards, safeguarding the well-being of patients, staff, and the organization itself. Their commitment to excellence and comprehensive understanding of risk management principles not only elevate healthcare safety standards but also bolster organizational resilience in the face of adversity.
CERTIFICATION BODY: ASHRM® – American Society for Healthcare Risk Management
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
- Clinical and Patient Safety Assessment: Mastery in evaluating clinical and patient safety aspects ensures proactive identification and mitigation of potential risks, fostering a secure healthcare environment.
- Risk Financing Understanding: Acquiring knowledge of risk financing mechanisms is crucial, as it enables informed decisions on managing financial implications associated with potential liabilities.
- Compliance and Legal Regulations: Prioritizing compliance with local government regulations is paramount, safeguarding against legal liabilities and promoting ethical healthcare practices.
- Healthcare Operations Insight: A deep understanding of healthcare operations facilitates strategic risk management interventions, optimizing organizational processes for enhanced safety and efficiency.
- Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity: Establishing robust emergency preparedness plans and ensuring business continuity measures are in place are vital components of proactive risk management, mitigating disruptions and ensuring seamless operations during crises.
- Claims and Litigation Management: Proficiency in claims and litigation management is essential for effectively addressing legal challenges, minimizing financial losses, and protecting organizational reputation.
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Exam Format: The examination comprises 110 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Duration: Candidates are allotted 2 hours to complete the examination.
- Question Types: The exam assesses candidates’ recall, application, and analysis abilities through a variety of question types.
- Testing Method: Conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) at Pearson VUE Testing Centers and Professional Services International (PSI) Examination Centers.
RE CERTIFICATION:
- Renewal Requirements: CHRMP® credential renewal is required every three years.
- Options: Renewal can be achieved by either earning 45 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or opting for reexamination.
- CEU Requirement: Professionals can fulfill the renewal requirement by accumulating 45 CEUs through approved educational activities.
- Reexamination: Alternatively, candidates may choose to undergo reexamination to maintain their CHRMP® credential.
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 5 Lessons
- 32 Hours
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- CONTENT:5
- 1.0Clinical / Patient Safety: Focuses on identifying and mitigating risks to patient well-being, ensuring high standards of care delivery and minimizing adverse events.
- 1.1Legal & Regulatory: Addresses compliance with healthcare laws and regulations, safeguarding against legal liabilities and promoting ethical practices within the organization.
- 1.2Claims and Litigation: Involves managing claims and navigating legal proceedings effectively, minimizing financial losses and protecting organizational reputation.
- 1.3Risk Financing: Encompasses understanding financial mechanisms to manage risks, ensuring adequate resources are allocated to address potential liabilities and losses.
- 1.4Healthcare Operations: Involves understanding and optimizing healthcare processes to enhance efficiency and safety, ensuring seamless delivery of services within the organization.
Requirements
- Education/Healthcare Experience:
- Baccalaureate Degree: Individuals must hold a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university, coupled with five years of experience within a healthcare setting or with a provider of services to the healthcare industry.
- Associate Degree: Alternatively, candidates with an associate degree or equivalent from an accredited college need seven years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting or with a provider of services to the healthcare industry.
- High School Diploma: Those with a high school diploma or equivalent must demonstrate nine years of experience in a healthcare setting or with a provider of services to the healthcare industry.
- Risk Management Experience:
- Qualifying Hours: Candidates must have accumulated 3,000 hours or dedicated 50 percent of their full-time job duties within the last three years to healthcare risk management.
- Scope of Experience: This experience can be gained within a healthcare setting or with a provider of services, such as consultants, brokers, or attorneys, within the healthcare industry.
Target audiences
- Facility Managers
- Constructors
- Environmental Services
- Human Resource
- Materials and Resource Management
- Risk Management / Safety Management – Healthcare Quality Professionals.
- Healthcare Risk Managers.
- Healthcare Executives.
- Healthcare Insurance Reviewers & Claims Processors.
- Physicians, Nurses & Healthcare professionals.
- Quality & Accreditation Consultants.