Manager Emergency Dept

Community Health Systems • Las Cruces, NM

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full time Nurse (RN) Manager responsible for the Emergency Department (ED) at Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. The Manager, Emergency Department oversees daily operations, nursing care delivery, and staff management within the Emergency Department. This role focuses on fostering a culture of excellence in patient care, quality outcomes, and employee engagement. The Manager collaborates with leadership and interdisciplinary teams to ensure operational efficiency, compliance with regulatory standards, and the achievement of organizational goals in quality, safety, growth, and financial performance.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• 2-4 years of experience in closely related field required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred
• 2-4 years of previous leadership experience preferred
• CEN - Certified Emergency Room Nurse preferred or ENPC - Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of the Emergency Department, ensuring efficient patient flow, optimal resource utilization, and delivery of safe, high-quality, and compassionate care.
• Supervises and evaluates nursing and support staff, ensuring compliance with clinical standards, hospital policies, and professional practice guidelines.
• Collaborates with the Director and interdisciplinary teams to establish and achieve departmental goals related to quality, safety, patient experience, and operational performance.
• Collaborates with physicians, ancillary departments, and hospital leadership to coordinate patient throughput, optimize bed management, and reduce delays in care.
• Responds promptly to emergencies, patient concerns, or staffing issues, exercising sound judgment and leadership under pressure.
• 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 Director on staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Develops and manages departmental budget ensuring cost effective operations while maintaining high quality service.
• 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: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree