<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 and meaningful influence over quality, throughput, and staff development at a system known for innovation and patient-centered care. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates, making this an accessible opportunity for strong leaders from outside the region.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base compensation commensurate with experience, plus bonus eligibility</li> <li>Full benefits package (medical, dental, and vision coverage)</li> <li>Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates</li> <li>Interview travel reimbursement provided</li> <li>Leadership role within a nationally recognized healthcare system with a strong quality and innovation focus</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Dual-site oversight: director is responsible for two emergency departments operating under a shared staffing model</li> <li>Direct leadership of approximately 55–60 FTEs across both locations</li> <li>Facility type: acute care hospital with a specialty heart hospital designation within the same system</li> <li>Full-time leadership schedule with operational accountability spanning staffing, budgeting, productivity, patient throughput, and regulatory compliance</li> <li>Responsibility for physician relationship management and interdisciplinary collaboration across both EDs</li> <li>Scope includes staff development, employee engagement initiatives, and accountability programs</li> <li>Financial management duties include budget oversight and productivity monitoring</li> <li>System is nationally recognized for quality outcomes and patient-centered care delivery</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>Current RN license in good standing, or eligibility for licensure with the New Mexico State Board of Nursing</li> <li>Minimum 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience required</li> <li>Minimum 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 environment</li> <li>Proven operational competencies: budget management, staffing, patient throughput, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance</li> <li>Master's Degree in Nursing or a related field preferred</li> <li>Clinical specialty certification or nursing administration certification preferred</li> <li>Position requires a criminal background check as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city and sits at roughly 5,300 feet elevation along the Rio Grande, offering more than 310 days of sunshine per year alongside world-class outdoor recreation — from skiing at Sandia Peak to hiking, cycling, and access to the broader Southwest's canyon and desert landscapes. The city combines a low cost of living relative to other major metros with a vibrant arts scene, diverse cuisine, strong public and private school options, and easy access to Santa Fe. For clinicians seeking a dynamic urban environment without the density or cost of coastal cities, Albuquerque delivers an exceptional quality of life.</p>