Director of Nursing Risk Management – Lead Safety & Compliance

KLA Industries; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

KLA Industries, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Director of Nursing Risk Management to lead the risk program, ensuring safe, compliant healthcare operations and staff training across affiliated clinics.

The role requires NM RN licensure, a Bachelor's in Nursing, and at least 5 years of nursing experience including 3 in leadership, with a strong background in healthcare risk management. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required with NM RN license.
• 5+ years of nursing experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Prior risk management experience in healthcare required.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk identification, avoidance, and mitigation efforts with leadership, providers and staff.
• Coordinate response to potential and active litigation, including investigations and document gathering.
• Develop and deliver training on risk management protocols and incident reporting for staff and clinics.
• Provide expert consultation on informed consent, documentation standards, disclosure practices, and liability exposure.
• Oversee insurance policies related to professional/general liability and property claims.
• Serve as Compliance and Ethics Officer ensuring regulatory and ethical adherence.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Active NM RN license

Job description

KLA Industries, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Director of Nursing Risk Management to lead the risk program, ensuring safe, compliant healthcare operations and staff training across affiliated clinics.

The role requires NM RN licensure, a Bachelor's in Nursing, and at least 5 years of nursing experience including 3 in leadership, with a strong background in healthcare risk management. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.