Director of Nursing - Emergency Department - Albuquerque, NM

Full-time | Permanent / Direct Hire | $114,000 – $158,000 per year

Lead a high-acuity, around-the-clock Emergency Department at a full-service acute care hospital in Albuquerque. We're seeking a Director of Nursing for the ED (Emergency Nursing Director / ED Nurse Director) to own strategy, staffing, quality and culture for a busy emergency service line. Relocation assistance may be available for the ideal candidate.

Requirements

What You'll Do

• Hold 24-hour accountability for ED operations, patient throughput, quality and patient experience
• Build leadership bench strength through coaching, mentoring and succession planning
• Partner with emergency physicians and hospital leadership to strengthen engagement and care coordination
• Set staffing and productivity standards and drive quality, safety and service initiatives
• Monitor compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards (CMS, Joint Commission)
• Develop operating and capital budgets, manage expenses and support revenue growth
• Plan onboarding, orientation and ongoing education for nursing staff

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN); MSN or MBA a plus
• Active RN license valid in New Mexico
• 5+ years of emergency nursing experience with proven ED leadership; strong ED Managers ready to step up are encouraged
• A track record of improving retention, engagement, throughput and team culture

Benefits

Why You'll Love It Here

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off, holidays, and life and disability insurance
• Tuition and professional-development support
• A supportive, patient-first culture where your voice is heard

Apply today!