Director of Nursing - Emergency Department - Albuquerque, NM

VitalHire • Albuquerque, NM

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Nursing leads strategy, staffing, quality, and culture for a busy, high-acuity, around-the-clock Emergency Department at a full-service acute care hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role holds 24-hour accountability for ED operations, patient throughput, quality, and patient experience, and partners with emergency physicians and hospital leadership to strengthen engagement and care coordination. This is a full-time, permanent direct-hire position. Relocation assistance may be available for the ideal candidate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN).
• Active RN license valid in New Mexico.
• At least 5 years of emergency nursing experience with proven ED leadership.
• Track record of improving retention, engagement, throughput, and team culture.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
• Strong ED managers ready to step up are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Hold 24-hour accountability for Emergency Department operations, patient throughput, quality, and patient experience.
• Build leadership bench strength through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.
• Partner with emergency physicians and hospital leadership to strengthen engagement and care coordination.
• Set staffing and productivity standards and drive quality, safety, and service initiatives.
• Monitor compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards, including CMS and The Joint Commission.
• Develop operating and capital budgets, manage expenses, and support revenue growth.
• Plan onboarding, orientation, and ongoing education for nursing staff.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available for the ideal candidate.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Tuition and professional-development support.
• Supportive, patient-first culture where employees' voices are heard.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director