Travel Nurse RN - Psych in Las Cruces, NM

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych Location: Las Cruces, NM Agency: Ambition 24Hours Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Rotating - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 7 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position Director of ICU Our Client | Las Cruces, NM 88011 | Full-Time Permanent | Senior Leadership Location : Las Cruces, NM 88011 Employment : Full-Time Permanent Level : Senior Leadership Salary Range : $120,000 $150,000 per annum THE ROLE Our client is seeking a Director of ICU for a full‑time permanent, direct‑hire position in Las Cruces, NM. This is a newly opened senior leadership role with accountability for the strategic, clinical, and operational direction of the Intensive Care Unit. The Director will report in‑person to a specific facility location and provide hands‑on leadership to nursing and multidisciplinary ICU teams. Candidates must be prepared to relocate and assume the role within 30-45 days of offer acceptance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide executive nursing leadership for all ICU clinical operations and staffing Develop and implement policies and protocols aligned with evidence‑based critical care standards Ensure regulatory compliance, patient safety, and quality improvement across the ICU Collaborate with medical staff, administration, and interdisciplinary teams on ICU strategy Manage budget, resource allocation, and performance metrics for the unit Recruit, develop, and retain high‑performing ICU nursing staff REQUIREMENTS Must-Have Previous leadership experience director or senior nurse manager level ICU clinical experience required Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school minimum NM RN licence or compact licence must obtain NM licence after start if on compact Ability to relocate to Las Cruces, NM within 30-45 days Preferred / Nice-to-Have BSN or higher level nursing degree preferred Prior Director of ICU or Critical Care leadership experience CONFIDENTIALITY This search is being conducted on a confidential basis. Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and current CV. All enquiries will be handled with strict discretion. Apply now: Permanent Placement | Confidential #J-18808-Ljbffr