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Position Title: Director of Nursing, Emergency Services
Specialty: Emergency Department Leadership
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Roswell, New Mexico
Salary: $107,000 - $145,000 Annually
Bonus Eligible: Yes
Benefits: Full Benefits Package
Relocation Assistance: Available
Interview Travel Reimbursement: Available
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing - Emergency Services to provide strategic, operational, financial, and clinical leadership for a busy Emergency Department. This leadership role carries 24-hour accountability for departmental operations, quality outcomes, staff development, patient satisfaction, and organizational performance.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Emergency Department nursing leadership, operational improvement, and driving positive patient care outcomes in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide 24-hour leadership and oversight of Emergency Services operations.
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Direct and coordinate clinical, operational, and financial activities within the department.
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Lead nursing staff recruitment, retention, mentoring, and professional development.
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Monitor and improve patient satisfaction, quality metrics, and employee engagement.
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Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and patient safety standards.
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Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
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Lead change management initiatives and process improvement projects.
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Manage departmental budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation.
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Support patient flow optimization and operational efficiency initiatives.
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Oversee department growth, expansion planning, and implementation activities.
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Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and patient-centered care.
Requirements
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
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Active Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for state licensure.
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Minimum of 2-5 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience.
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Previous Emergency Department leadership experience required.
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Strong operational, financial, and team leadership skills.
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Experience managing quality improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives.
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Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
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Master's Degree in Nursing or related field.
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Certification in Nursing Leadership or Emergency Nursing specialty.
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Experience with hospital growth, expansion, or service line development projects.
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Proven success leading teams in busy community hospital emergency departments.
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Background in change management and operational improvement initiatives.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have experience with:
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Emergency Department nursing leadership.
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High-volume community hospital emergency services.
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Patient flow and throughput management.
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Hospital expansion or growth initiatives.
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Staff engagement and performance improvement.
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Quality, safety, and patient satisfaction programs.
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Strategic planning and departmental operations.
Assignment Details
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Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)
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Specialty: Emergency Services Leadership
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Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
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Location: Roswell, New Mexico
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Salary: $107,000 - $145,000 Annually
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Benefits: Full Benefits Package
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Relocation Assistance: Available
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Interview Travel Reimbursement: Available
Why Apply?
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Competitive leadership salary
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Annual bonus opportunity
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Comprehensive benefits package
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Relocation assistance available
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Leadership role with organizational impact
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Opportunity to lead departmental growth and expansion
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Career advancement with a respected healthcare organization
