Director (RN) Risk Management

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 
The Director of Risk plays a key role in coordinating multiple facets of the overall risk management process. They manage risk identification, avoidance, and mitigation by collaborating with all levels of leadership, provider, front end staff and other stakeholders to implement sustainable corrective actions. They manage the evolving needs of potential and active litigation cases to include investigations, interviews, depositions, gathering of legal hold records and other needs as determined by legal counsel. They are responsible for training leaders, providers and various hospital staff on the risk management program and reporting of incidents. Responsible for the overall risk management program of the hospital and affiliated clinics. Provide consultation regarding informed consent, documentation standards, disclosure practices, professional liability exposure, and oversee the facility’s insurance policies for professional liability, general liability, and property claims management activities. They also serve as the Compliance and Ethics Officer for the facility.

How you’ll contribute 
You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer 
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  
•    Relocation assistance
•    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 a bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school. MSN, Healthcare Administration, and MBA strongly preferred.  Additional requirements include:
•    BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.
•    Prior acute healthcare risk management experience is preferred and can substitute for the leadership experience.
•    Must have at least five years’ experience in Nursing with at least three years as a Director/Manager.
•    Experience working in a for-profit hospital strongly preferred. Previous Director level experience preferred.
•    Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) certification preferred upon hire and required within three years 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.”