Position: Director – Quality (Hospital-Based)
Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico (ZIP: 88011)
Level: Senior
Reports To: Chief Medical Officer
Vacancies: 1
Travel Required: No
Visa Sponsorship: Not supported
Relocation Assistance: Partial (up to $10,000)
Salary Range: $110,000 – $160,000 (USD)
Signing Bonus: Yes
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Overview
A respected acute care hospital in southern New Mexico is seeking a Director of Quality to lead all aspects of organizational quality and performance improvement. This position is newly created and represents a vital part of a broader commitment to clinical excellence, regulatory readiness, and patient satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate all hospital-wide quality initiatives, including compliance with regulatory standards (Joint Commission, CMS, NM State)
Oversee disease-specific certifications, Leapfrog metrics, patient satisfaction, public reporting, and national quality designations
Direct quality-related departments including the disease-specific program team and infection prevention staff
Mentor and develop team members, establish and enforce quality policies and procedures
Prepare for and maintain ongoing readiness for accreditation surveys and regulatory audits
Manage the Quality department’s budget, productivity benchmarks, and strategic goals
Actively contribute to the hospital’s leadership team to elevate care delivery and patient outcomes
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required
Current or eligible New Mexico RN license required
7+ years of healthcare experience with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role
Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional quality initiatives with measurable impact
Strong human relations, leadership, and communication skills
Experience in a for-profit hospital setting strongly preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or MBA
Prior experience in managing regulatory and accreditation readiness in acute care
Familiarity with national quality programs and outcomes-based performance measurement
Interview Process
Resume review and shortlisting by the hiring team
Video interview with CMO and Human Resources
Final on-site interview
Screening Questions
What are you looking for in your next career move?
What success have you had in improving organizational quality? What did you improve and how?
How did you improve your quality metrics?
Culture & Community
This role is based at a 199-bed, full-service teaching hospital that is part of a national network of community hospitals. Located in Las Cruces, NM, the region offers affordable living, excellent schools, and access to world-class hiking, local arts, and authentic Southwestern culture. The hospital is dedicated to “Making Communities Healthier” through collaboration, accountability, and compassionate care.
Only 40 minutes from El Paso International Airport, Las Cruces offers a high quality of life with a strong sense of community, low crime, and year-round sunshine.
Employee Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Equity Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Partial Relocation Support
Professional Development