Director of risk management / healthcare

A healthcare facility in Las Cruces, New Mexico is seeking an experienced Director of Risk Management to lead risk management strategy and operations across the organization. This is a senior-level, on-site leadership position reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer. In this role, you will develop, implement, and oversee risk management programs that protect patients and support the organization's clinical and operational goals. You will work closely with nursing, clinical, and administrative leadership to identify potential risks, evaluate their impact, and put mitigation strategies in place. This position calls for someone who brings both a strong clinical nursing background and hands-on experience in healthcare risk management, and who can build trust and influence across departments to drive a culture of safety and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of risk management strategies across the organization
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks affecting patient safety and organizational liability
• Partner with nursing, clinical, and administrative leadership to address risk-related concerns
• Monitor compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies related to risk management
• Provide guidance and support to staff on risk prevention and incident response
• Track and report on risk management outcomes and initiatives to organizational leadership

Requirements

• Active New Mexico RN license or multistate (compact) RN license
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, including at least 3 years in a Director or Manager role
• Demonstrated experience in risk management

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) - preferred upon hire, required within 3 years of employment
• Prior acute healthcare risk management experience (may substitute for the leadership experience requirement)
• Experience working in a for-profit hospital setting
• Previous Director-level experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Comprehensive benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Staffing Agency Disclosure This position is being recruited for by a third-party staffing agency on behalf of the hiring organization.