Director - Emergency Services

Job Summary

We are seeking a Director of Emergency for a Medical Center which is a LifePoint Acute Care 199-bed medical/surgical teaching hospital located in sunny Las Cruces.

Why choose Las Cruces? Las Cruces offers a multitude of outdoor adventures, unique culinary experiences, vibrant heritage and culture, top-rated farmers markets and beautiful views of the Organ Mountains. The city is known for its safe and affordable living conditions, beautiful scenery, outstanding educational system, friendly people and high-quality health care. It is just 40 minutes from El Paso (metro population of 800,000), and El Paso International Airport with connections to worldwide destinations. For education, Las Cruces is the home of New Mexico State University, the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doña Ana Community College, and outstanding K-12 schools.

Responsibilities

The Emergency Room Director is responsible for Directing all aspects of ER operations including :

• Managing and mentoring staff 
• Developing and enforcing policies and procedures 
• Preparing and maintaining accreditation and accountability for the ER's budget and productivity.

This is a full-time exempt position.

Minimum Education: 

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Nursing required. MSN, Healthcare Administration, and MBA strongly preferred.

Minimum Experience: 

• Seven years healthcare experience with at least three years experience in a leadership role. 
• Experience working in a for-profit hospital strongly preferred. 
• Previous leadership, program development, budget and productivity, and clinical experience required. 
• Must possess strong human relations and interpersonal skills.
• Licensure: Current NM RN license.
• Certification: BLS, ACLS and PALS required. TNCC must be obtained within 6 months.

Benefits

• Dental, Medical, Insurance, Life Insurance
• Retirement, Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance: Yes, Partial