Associate Manager, Nursing

$51.72 - $82.76 Hourly

$107,584 - $172,135 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C13

Posting Details

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.


Interviews are anticipated to conducted within two weeks of the closing date.


Our Vision

• Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

• We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

• Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.
• Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.
• Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.
• Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness.

Why does the job exist?

The Associate Manager, Nursing will:

• Perform surveys and investigations of Nursing Homes and Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IIDs) facilities to determine their level of compliance with State and Federal regulations.

How does it get done?

The Associate Manager, Nursing is responsible for:

• Interviewing residents/clients and staff of healthcare facilities;
• Evaluating the facility environment to ensure it meets safety and infection control standards;
• Observing Medication administration and wound care for compliance;
• Reviewing records;
• Ensuring resident/client rights meet regulation standards;
• Ensuring quality of care and quality of life meet regulation standards.

Who are the customers?

• Long Term Care Healthcare Providers;
• New Mexico residents receiving healthcare services.

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal candidate has:

• Ability to think critically;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Flexibility;
• Experience working as a team player;
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment with deadlines.

Minimum Qualification

Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico and two (2) years of management experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.


Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License.

Must Possess and maintain a current Defensive driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.


Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting and in long term care facilities and ICF/IID with phone and extensive computer usage. Some sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending reaching and lifting up to twenty (20) pounds may be required. Extensive instate travel with frequent overnight stays averaging one week at a time, is required. Some out-of pocket expenses with reimbursement is required.


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Agency Contact Information: Ashtyn Lopez, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Email


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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.