Director of Risk Management
Percy Towers•Las Cruces, NM
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Risk Management to lead and oversee the risk management and compliance programs at a 199-bed acute care hospital in Las Cruces, NM. This high-impact leadership role is responsible for safeguarding patients, supporting providers, and ensuring regulatory excellence across the main hospital and affiliated clinics. As both the Risk Management Leader and the Compliance & Ethics Officer, you will shape how the organization anticipates challenges, responds to complexity, and protects both patients and staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required
- Minimum 5 years in healthcare
- At least 3 years in a Director/Manager leadership role
- Active RN license in New Mexico (or eligibility to obtain)
- BLS required within 30 days of hire
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Nice To Haves
- MSN, Healthcare Administration, or MBA strongly preferred
- Prior acute healthcare risk management experience (may substitute for leadership experience)
- Experience working in a for-profit hospital setting
- Background in ethics and compliance programs
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with providers and multidisciplinary teams
Responsibilities
- Direct and manage the organization's comprehensive risk management program, including identification, assessment, and mitigation of clinical, operational, and regulatory risks
- Partner with leadership, providers, and staff to proactively address risk exposure
- Oversee active and potential litigation, including investigations, interviews, depositions, and legal hold processes in collaboration with legal counsel
- Ensure timely and thorough response to claims and incidents
- Serve as the facility's Compliance and Ethics Officer, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
- Lead compliance initiatives and promote ethical standards across the organization
- Educate leaders, providers, and staff on risk management practices, incident reporting, and building a culture of safety and transparency
- Develop and deliver training programs that strengthen organizational awareness and accountability
- Work cross-functionally with clinical, administrative, and executive teams as a trusted advisor on risk and compliance matters
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Life insurance, accident, and critical-injury insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Generous paid time off and extended illness bank
- 401(k) with company matching
- Tuition reimbursement and loan assistance
- Employee assistance program (mental, physical, and financial wellness)
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Work-from-home options available (role-dependent)
- Relocation assistance up to $10,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
