<p>A nationally recognized acute care and specialty heart hospital system in Albuquerque, New Mexico is seeking an experienced Director of Emergency Services to provide executive-level nursing leadership across two emergency departments operating under a shared staffing model. This is a full-time, permanent leadership role with direct oversight of approximately 55–60 FTEs, offering the scope and visibility that senior ED nurse leaders seek without the bureaucratic layers of a large academic health system. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates, making this an accessible opportunity for strong leaders currently outside the region.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, with bonus eligibility</li> <li>Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates</li> <li>Interview travel reimbursement provided</li> <li>Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and additional coverage)</li> <li>Leadership role within a nationally recognized healthcare system with a demonstrated commitment to quality and innovation</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Director-level oversight of two emergency departments operating under a unified, shared staffing model</li> <li>Direct leadership responsibility for approximately 55–60 FTEs across both locations</li> <li>Full-time leadership schedule within an acute care hospital and specialty heart hospital environment</li> <li>Operational scope includes budget management, staffing, productivity, patient throughput, and regulatory compliance</li> <li>Responsibility for staff development, employee engagement initiatives, and accountability frameworks</li> <li>Active physician relationship management and interdisciplinary collaboration across a multidisciplinary acute care environment</li> <li>System-level focus on quality improvement, patient-centered care, and operational innovation</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program required; candidates actively enrolled in an accredited BSN program with a confirmed completion date will be considered</li> <li>Master's Degree in Nursing or a related field preferred</li> <li>Current RN licensure in New Mexico or eligibility to obtain licensure through the applicable State Board of Nursing</li> <li>Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience required</li> <li>Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing leadership or management experience required; Emergency Department leadership experience strongly preferred</li> <li>Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams in an acute care hospital setting</li> <li>Proven track record in budget oversight, staffing management, patient throughput optimization, and regulatory compliance</li> <li>Clinical specialty certification or nursing administration certification preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city and sits at the base of the Sandia Mountains at over 5,000 feet elevation, offering more than 300 days of sunshine annually, world-class hiking and skiing, and a vibrant arts and culinary scene rooted in Southwestern culture. The city combines an affordable cost of living with the amenities of a major metro — including strong public and private school options, a thriving university presence, and easy access to Santa Fe, the Rio Grande, and some of the Southwest's most iconic outdoor recreation. For clinicians seeking a leadership role in a dynamic, mission-driven health system without sacrificing quality of life, Albuquerque is a compelling destination.</p>