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Director of Nursing (RN) ICU

Lifepoint Health · lifepointhealth.net
Las CrucesOn-siteDirector
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35 d ago · posted 2026-10-03
Location
Las Cruces, NM

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Your experience matters At Memorial Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Director (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Department/Unit Summary Join our team in a 32-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU) located on the 1st floor. Staffed with RNs and CNAs. Our ICU operates with a 1:2 nurse to patient ratio. We manage a diverse range of diagnoses including respiratory failure, cardio/pulmonary disease, sepsis, and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). We are looking at expanding our cardiac service line to offer more comprehensive care to the community. How you’ll contribute Oversees the development and implementation of departmental goals and standards aligned with organizational, clinical, legal, and ethical objectives. Directs and evaluates operations—including patient care, technology, service levels, and complaints—to ensure quality and performance. Manages staffing activities such as hiring, training, evaluation, and professional development, while also overseeing budgets and ensuring compliance with financial and audit requirements. Promotes a culture of professional growth, integrates evidence-based practices, and monitors ICU metrics to drive continuous improvement. What we offer Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts • Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees • Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage • Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching • Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness • Professional development and growth opportunities Qualifications and requirements Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include: • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. • Previous leadership experience required. • ICU experience required. • Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire. • ACLS is required • Handle with Care Training within 90 days of employment. About our Health System Memorial Medical Center is a 199 bed acute hospital located in Las Cruces, NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters. EEOC Statement “Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MMC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

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