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Director of Emergency Services
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APS
Albuquerque, NM (In Person)
$140,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Director of Emergency Services APS Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $130,531.39 - $150,059.31 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications RN License Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bachelor's degree in nursing Emergency room experience Community relationship building Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Director of Emergency Services Location Albuquerque, NM Compensation $130,000 - $150,000 base salary Schedule Full-Time | Hospital Leadership Role | 24/7 Department Oversight Benefits Full medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement plan Paid time off and holiday benefits Leadership development and advancement opportunities Relocation assistance available for strong candidates Executive visibility within a growing health system Opportunity to directly impact emergency care delivery and patient outcomes Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Emergency Department leader to oversee operations across two high-volume emergency departments within a leading regional health system in Albuquerque. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, patient flow, staff engagement, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance across both ED sites operating under a shared staffing model. The Director will serve as a key leader in shaping culture, strengthening team performance, and ensuring consistent, high-quality emergency care delivery in a fast-paced acute care environment. Key Responsibilities Provide 24/7 operational leadership for two emergency departments across multiple hospital sites Lead overall strategy for patient flow, staffing, quality, and departmental performance Build strong relationships with physicians and interdisciplinary hospital leaders Drive employee engagement, retention, and leadership development Oversee quality improvement initiatives, compliance, and regulatory readiness Develop and manage departmental budgets, staffing models, and productivity targets Partner across service lines including Behavioral Health, ICU, and Med-Surg to optimize throughput Lead culture-building efforts focused on accountability, communication, and teamwork Support community outreach and hospital visibility initiatives Ensure consistent follow-through on operational and staff concerns Required Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN required; enrollment with completion plan acceptable if not yet completed) Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing experience At least 2-3 years of leadership or management experience in a hospital setting Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field Prior Emergency Department leadership experience strongly preferred Certification in nursing leadership or clinical specialty preferred Ideal Candidate Profile We are seeking a highly visible, hands-on nursing leader with strong Emergency Department experience and a proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is confident, approachable, and highly accountable—someone who builds trust with frontline staff while driving operational results and consistency. Strong communication, follow-through, and relationship-building skills are essential for success in this role. Leadership Focus Areas Building trust and engagement across ED teams Improving communication and accountability Strengthening patient flow and operational efficiency Developing future nursing leaders Enhancing collaboration across hospital departments Creating stability in a transitioning leadership environment This is a confidential executive-level nursing leadership opportunity with strong organizational support and long-term growth potential. Qualified Emergency Department leaders are encouraged to apply immediately for confidential consideration.