Nursing Risk & Compliance Director

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Benefits package

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Director of Nursing Risk Management to lead our risk program and align clinical operations with regulatory standards.

You will identify risks, supervise responses to litigation, and develop training for staff on incident reporting, informed consent, and documentation. The role also oversees insurance, compliance, and ethics across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing and active NM RN license.
• At least 5 years of nursing experience with 3+ in leadership roles.
• Strong background in risk management within healthcare.
• CPHRM certification preferred and expected within three years of employment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Nursing license

Leadership experience

Risk management

Healthcare risk knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

CPHRM certification (preferred)

Job description

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Director of Nursing Risk Management to lead our risk program and align clinical operations with regulatory standards.

You will identify risks, supervise responses to litigation, and develop training for staff on incident reporting, informed consent, and documentation. The role also oversees insurance, compliance, and ethics across the organization.