Director of Telemetry

Community Health Systems • Las Cruces, NM

45d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full time Nursing (RN) Director responsible for the Telemetry and IMC departments at Mountain View Regional Medical Center. RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required. The Director, Telemetry provides strategic leadership and management for the Telemetry unit, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. This role involves strategic planning, operational oversight, staff management, and collaboration with clinical teams to optimize departmental outcomes and efficiencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations and oversight for the Telemetry unit, ensuring patient safety, quality care, and adherence to established clinical protocols and regulatory standards.
• Collaborates with medical staff, nursing leadership, and other departments to promote a cohesive and integrated approach to patient care delivery.
• Monitors patient care outcomes, identifying trends and opportunities for quality improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Recruits, trains, and mentors staff members.
• Promotes continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Prepares and manages the departmental budget, monitoring expenses and implementing cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality care.
• Creates a culture that earns employee commitment as measured by retention and employee satisfaction goals, and is aligned with solid management practices, applicable laws and organizational values.
• Responds to and resolves patient care issues, complaints, and incidents, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are addressed.
• Maintains current knowledge of industry trends, clinical best practices, and healthcare regulations, ensuring that the department remains compliant and competitive.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
• Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources.
• Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
• Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
• Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies.
• May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
• Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
• Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
• Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• May work in a staff role, when required.
• Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – Salary and benefits package designed to reward your expertise, leadership, and contributions.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options to support you and your family.
• Future Security – 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Professional development, leadership training, and advancement opportunities across our organization.
• Recognition & Reward Programs – We celebrate employee achievements and contributions to our success.
• Exclusive Employee Discounts & Perks – Access to special savings and benefits designed for our team members.

What This Job Offers

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