ICU Nursing Director: Lead Critical Care & Cardiac Expansion

6 Degrees Search; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Relocation Package

Job summary

6 Degrees Search seeks a Director of Nursing ICU to lead a 32-bed Critical Care Unit with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio. You will oversee patient care, technology, service levels, and complaints, while driving clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

The role requires proven ICU leadership, a Nursing degree, NM RN licensure or compact licensure, and willingness to relocate within 30–45 days to join the team in person.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a healthcare setting.
• Specific experience within an ICU environment is mandatory.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• Possession of a New Mexico RN License or a compact license with the ability to obtain a New Mexico license shortly after employment begins.
• Willingness to relocate to the area within 30-45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of departmental goals, ensuring alignment with organizational, clinical, legal, and ethical standards.
• Oversee and evaluate ICU operations, including patient care, technology implementation, service levels, and complaint resolution.
• Manage staffing processes, including hiring, training, evaluating, and advancing professional development of team members.
• Administer budgeting activities and ensure adherence to financial and audit requirements.
• Foster a culture of professional growth and continuous improvement by integrating evidence-based practices and monitoring ICU performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

ICU Experience

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

6 Degrees Search seeks a Director of Nursing ICU to lead a 32-bed Critical Care Unit with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio. You will oversee patient care, technology, service levels, and complaints, while driving clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

The role requires proven ICU leadership, a Nursing degree, NM RN licensure or compact licensure, and willingness to relocate within 30–45 days to join the team in person.