ICU Nursing Director — Lead Critical Care Impact

KOB Solutions, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Partial relocation package available

Job summary

KOB Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Director of Nursing for our ICU, a 32-bed unit on the first floor with RN and CNA staff and a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio. The role emphasizes leadership, compliance, and clinical excellence in a high-acuity environment.

The successful candidate will drive departmental goals, oversee operations, manage staffing and budgeting, and advance evidence-based practices while supporting professional development and a safe, patient-centered culture.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a healthcare setting.
• Specific ICU experience is mandatory.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• New Mexico RN license or compact license with ability to obtain NM license shortly after employment begins.

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

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

KOB Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Director of Nursing for our ICU, a 32-bed unit on the first floor with RN and CNA staff and a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio. The role emphasizes leadership, compliance, and clinical excellence in a high-acuity environment.

The successful candidate will drive departmental goals, oversee operations, manage staffing and budgeting, and advance evidence-based practices while supporting professional development and a safe, patient-centered culture.