Director of Emergency Services

Director of Emergency Services

New Mexico | Full-Time | On-Site
Salary: $110,000 $130,000 | Signing Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available

At Rural Staffing Services (RSS), we work with communities and hospitals that believe in more than just filling shifts; they believe in leading with heart, building strong teams, and delivering care that truly makes a difference.

We are currently recruiting for a Director of Emergency Services who brings experience, leadership, and compassion to the table. If you're someone who thrives under pressure, builds others up, and knows how to lead with both purpose and presence, this role could be the right fit.

This position leads a dynamic Emergency Department team in a hospital located in a growing city surrounded by some of the Southwest's most striking landscapes and rich cultural history. You will bring your clinical and leadership skills to an organization that values innovation, accountability, and quality improvement while enjoying sunshine, art, and outdoor living all year long.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Direct the day-to-day operations of the Emergency Department

• Mentor and manage ER staff with a focus on patient care, quality, and efficiency

• Collaborate with leadership to enhance throughput and emergency response

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and support accreditation

• Manage department budgets and productivity metrics

• Drive quality initiatives and support ongoing program development

What You Bring:

• Current or eligible New Mexico RN license

• Bachelors degree in Nursing required (MSN, MHA, or MBA preferred)

• Minimum of 7 years of healthcare experience, with at least 3 in leadership

• Proven experience with budget oversight, team development, and policy improvement

• Experience in for-profit hospital settings strongly preferred

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, including with pre-hospital providers

What's Offered:

• Salary Range: $110,000-$130,000

• Signing Bonus: Yes

• Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 (partial package)

• Full-Time | Exempt

• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture

• Room to build, innovate, and make a measurable difference

We will never submit your resume without first talking to you. At RSS, we take the time to make sure each opportunity is right for you and your goals, not just the job description.

If you are ready for a leadership role where you can bring both your clinical expertise and your heart for rural health to the table, we would love to talk.