Job Description

Director of Nursing

Statewide Locations:

• Turquoise Lodge Hospital (TLH), 5400 Gibson Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
• New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI), 3695 Hot Springs Blvd., Las Vegas, NM 87701.
• New Mexico Rehabilitation Center (NMRC), 72 Gail Harris, Roswell, NM 88203.
• Sequoyah Adolescent Treatment Center (SATC), 3405 W. Pan American Freeway NE, Albuquerque, NM 87101.
• New Mexico State Veterans Home (NMSVH), 992 South Broadway, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901.
• Fort Bayard Medical Center (FBMC ), 41 Fort Bayard Road, Santa Clara, NM 88026.
• Los Lunas Community Program (LLCP), 1000 Main Street NW, Los Lunas, NM 87031

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship
• Clearance Requirements: National Crime Information Center (NCIC) with fingerprints and Drug Screen
• Estimated Compensation: $60.76 - $74.85 per hour (negotiable).
• Type of Employment: Full-Time, 40 hours a week.
• Employee Paid Group Benefits Offered: Health/Dental/Vision.
• Paid Time Off per Year: Up to 80 hours per year, occurring on day one.
• Sick Leave per Year: Up to 56 hours per year, occurring on day one.
• Paid Federal Holidays: Eleven (11) Paid Federal Holidays.
• Relationship: Employee of our company and/or 1099 Independent Contractor.

Summary of Duties

The Director of Nursing (DON) is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the nursing department within a healthcare facility. This position ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care, compliance with healthcare regulations, and the effective management of nursing staff and resources. The DON collaborates with medical professionals, administrators, and other departments to maintain excellence in clinical operations and patient outcomes.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Masters degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.
• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 57 years of progressive nursing leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of clinical practices, healthcare regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certified, in accordance with the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

**Copies of all certifications and resume must be forwarded to [email protected] .

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in healthcare technology and electronic medical records (EMR).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Supervise and manage all nursing staff and clinical operations.
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations.
• Monitor patient care standards and ensure quality assurance initiatives are met.
• Oversee recruitment, training, evaluation, and retention of nursing personnel.
• Manage departmental budgets and allocate resources efficiently.
• Collaborate with physicians, administrators, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement and staff development.
• Address patient and family concerns, with professionalism and empathy.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of patient information.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision options.
• Outstanding career growth potential.

ABOUT US:

Fidelity Partners is a Inc. 5000, USA company that provides medical, technical, logistical, and administrative services to the federal government and commercial Clients across the country. Fidelity offers competitive salaries and benefits packages.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to learn more about us at or call us at

(210) 822-4005

or Join our Team

Fidelity Partners provides equal employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or in accordance with applicable federal state, and local laws (EoE).

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