Regional Nurse Manager

El Centro Family Health•Las Vegas, NM

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Regional Nurse Manager oversees clinic operations to ensure high-quality patient care. The role serves as a liaison between the Director of Nursing and regional nursing staff and provides skilled nursing services in accordance with the New Mexico State Nurse Practice Act and organizational policies. The position includes supervising nursing staff, coordinating patient care and clinic workflows, supporting operational needs, and providing direct patient care as needed. Travel to any El Centro clinic may be required.

Requirements

One year of supervisory experience in a clinical or hospital setting.
Completion of an accredited nursing program.
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Valid driver's license and state-compliant auto insurance.
Ability to balance, bend, lift, carry, and pull up to 20 lbs.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods, typically longer than four hours.
Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, or as needed.
Manual dexterity and ability to use hands and fingers for feeling, grasping, and operating office equipment.
Adequate hearing for communication and monitoring office environments.
Good vision for reading documents, operating office equipment, and observing surroundings.
Capability to stoop, crouch, crawl, or kneel as necessary for office tasks.
Ability to talk clearly and effectively and to walk and move around the office environment.
Ability to work with possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious materials.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a non-profit or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or related field.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support regional nursing staff, including recruiting candidates, identifying training needs, and assisting with performance evaluations.
Assign and delegate patient care tasks, ensure appropriate staffing levels, and provide direct patient care as needed.
Audit nursing documentation, including histories, progress notes, and vital signs, for compliance with Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) standards.
Use Electronic Health Records (EHR) to document patient information and track lab results, diagnostic imaging, and referrals.
Manage medication inventory and security, including dispensing pharmaceuticals, removing expired medications, and maintaining emergency carts.
Serve as the primary liaison to the Director of Nursing regarding clinic operations and purchase orders, and may assume leadership duties in the Director's absence.
Collaborate with providers and Lead Medical Assistants to coordinate patient care and optimize clinical workflows.
Provide leadership and advanced nursing knowledge in an outpatient setting, including physical assessments, telephone triage, and operational management.
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and a patient-centered approach while supporting teamwork and adapting to organizational changes.
Travel to any El Centro clinic as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.