Nursing Risk & Compliance Director

Rare Bird Recruiting; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC invites applications for Director of Nursing Risk Management in Las Cruces, NM. This strategic role leads the Nursing Risk Management department, overseeing risk identification, mitigation, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance to safeguard patient care.

The candidate holds a NM RN license with a BSN, 5+ years nursing experience and 3+ in leadership. Responsibilities include training development, policy guidance, and coordination with insurers to minimize

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Active NM RN license required.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience with at least 3 years in leadership.
• Experience in risk management within healthcare is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Nursing leadership

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Litigation coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC invites applications for Director of Nursing Risk Management in Las Cruces, NM. This strategic role leads the Nursing Risk Management department, overseeing risk identification, mitigation, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance to safeguard patient care.

The candidate holds a NM RN license with a BSN, 5+ years nursing experience and 3+ in leadership. Responsibilities include training development, policy guidance, and coordination with insurers to minimize