<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 full-time, permanent leadership role carries direct oversight of approximately 55–60 FTEs and sits at the intersection of clinical operations, quality improvement, and physician partnership. Albuquerque offers a compelling combination of urban amenities, outdoor lifestyle, and a lower cost of living than most major metros — a strong draw for leaders ready to make a lasting impact in a high-visibility role.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, with bonus eligibility</li> <li>Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and additional employer-sponsored 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 demonstrated focus on quality and innovation</li> <li>Opportunity to shape emergency services strategy across two distinct ED locations under a unified staffing model</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Dual-site emergency department leadership — two EDs operating under a shared staffing and operational model</li> <li>Direct oversight of approximately 55–60 FTEs across both locations, including multidisciplinary clinical and support staff</li> <li>Facility type: acute care hospital with specialty heart hospital designation within a nationally recognized health system</li> <li>Full-time leadership schedule with system-level accountability for operations, staffing, throughput, and regulatory compliance</li> <li>Scope includes budget management, productivity monitoring, and financial stewardship across both departments</li> <li>Active role in staff development, employee engagement initiatives, and performance accountability programs</li> <li>Physician relationship management and interdisciplinary collaboration are core functions of the role</li> <li>Quality and patient safety oversight aligned with system-wide standards and regulatory requirements</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; clinical specialty or nursing administration certification preferred</li> <li>Current RN licensure in New Mexico or eligibility for licensure through the applicable State Board of Nursing required</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 track record in operational management, financial oversight, staffing, patient throughput, and regulatory compliance</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, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Sandia Mountains at over 5,000 feet elevation — offering more than 310 days of sunshine annually, world-class hiking and skiing, and a vibrant arts and culinary scene rooted in Southwestern culture. The city combines a relatively low cost of living with access to strong public and private schools, diverse neighborhoods, and easy proximity to Santa Fe. For clinicians and leaders seeking a dynamic urban environment without the congestion or expense of coastal metros, Albuquerque delivers an exceptional quality of life.</p>