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Associate Manager, Nursing / RN Educator (DOH/NMVH #15581)

Salary

 

$51.72 - $82.76 Hourly

$107,584 - $172,135 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C13

Posting Details

 
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.  APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.  THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS.

POSITION IS LOCATED IN TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NM


The New Mexico State Veterans¿ Home is located on sixteen picturesque acres in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. It provides long-term and skilled nursing services for honorably discharged veterans, their spouses, or parents of veterans killed in combat action. The facility has 131 nursing home, skilled-nursing living beds. Services for residents are provided 24/7, focusing on maintaining or improving their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being under a personalized plan of care developed by licensed health professionals

Why does the job exist?

 
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct nursing care, supports the administrative functions of the nursing department, and serves as the Nurse Educator to ensure quality care delivery, staff competency, and compliance with state, federal, and Veterans Affairs standards. This position plays a key role in promoting resident-centered care for the veteran population while supporting the facility¿s mission, values, and regulatory requirements.

How does it get done?

 
Clinical Floor Nurse Duties (Approx. 40%)
Deliver direct nursing care to residents in accordance with physician orders, care plans, and facility policies.
Administer medications and treatments per protocol while ensuring safe practices.
Observe, assess, and document resident conditions; promptly notify providers and families of significant changes.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Provide leadership in emergency and crisis situations.

Administrative Responsibilities (Approx. 30%)
Assist the Director of Nursing with audits, compliance tracking, and quality assurance/performance improvement (QAPI) activities.
Review contracts, invoices, and clinical documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Support staffing and scheduling processes to ensure adequate coverage.
Participate in state surveys, VA inspections, and internal facility reviews.
Provide input for staff performance evaluations and mentor staff in meeting facility standards.

Nurse Educator Responsibilities (Approx. 30%)
Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive education program for nursing staff.
Conduct new employee orientation, annual training, and competency assessments.
Ensure staff receive mandatory training in infection control, resident rights, dementia care, cultural competency, and veteran-specific needs.
Maintain documentation of all staff education and in-services per CMS and VA requirements.
Identify performance or compliance gaps and create targeted training plans.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for staff at all levels.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide leadership, support, and guidance to CNAs, LPNs, and other staff members.
Serve as a role model in professionalism, teamwork, and adherence to facility policies.
Foster a positive work environment that supports collaboration and continuous improvement.
Completion of annual facility education and competency requirements.
Ongoing participation in professional development activities.
Maintain current CPR/BLS certification and any VA-mandated training.
Participate in QAPI initiatives and assist in monitoring key performance indicators.
Assist with policy and procedure review and updates to ensure compliance with CMS/VA regulations.
Support facility readiness for surveys and inspections.

Who are the customers?

 
The primary customer are the brave men and women that answered our nations call, executed their duties and now are unable to live in their respective communities due to failing health.  This job will also support the widows of the service men and women to include parents that have lost children in combat (Gold Star Parents)

Ideal Candidate

 
Holds a current, unencumbered RN license with experience in long-term care or veteran care.
Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and hands-on nursing skills.
Experienced in staff education, orientation, and competency development.
Knowledgeable in CMS, VA, and state regulatory standards.
Effective communicator with strong teaching, coaching, and mentoring abilities.
Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing floor, administrative, and training duties.
Compassionate and committed to veteran-centered and resident-focused care.
Skilled in documentation, auditing, and quality assurance activities.
Comfortable with public speaking, in-service training, and group instruction.
Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
Demonstrates leadership qualities and the ability to inspire teamwork.
Maintains professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

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

 
This position is designated safety sensitive.  Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.

Must possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association BLS / CPR Certification or receive within 1 week of date of hire.

Employment is subject to criminal background check pursuant to New Mexico Caregivers Criminal Screening Act, (Sections 29-17-2 through 29-17-5 NMSA 1978 and 7.1.9.1 through 7.1.9.11 NMAC) and is conditional pending results.

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.

Must possess and maintain a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate or receive within 1 week of date of hire.

Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training.

Must sign and observe confidentiality agreement.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.

Occasional travel for training & meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required; Working hours may include weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours. Essential functions of the job and specific physical ability requirements will be available at the time of interview or may be obtained at the New Mexico Veterans' Home Human Resources office.

Working Conditions

 
Work is performed in an office setting within a long-term facility with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Walking throughout the facility and frequent communication and interaction with residents, staff, and the public.  Periods of walking, standing, bending pushing, pulling, lifting, and stretching for a variety of activities may be required.  Must be able to function under pressure and stressful situations Health hazards such as exposure to contagious viruses and diseases.  May also include routine exposure to public, fellow employees, and facility resident illness, stressful situation, and bodily fluids, as well as exposure to physical and/or verbal abuse. Occasional travel for training & meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required; some lifting; extended hours to meet deadlines will be required. Working hours may include on-call, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours.  Essential functions of the job and physical ability requirements will be available at the time of interview or may be obtained at the New Mexico Veterans' Home Human Resources Office

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Berna Garcia, (575) 894-4234, Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

 
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Date Posted
12/11/2025
Job Reference
159468
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Truth or Consequences, NM 87901
Category
Health Education Specialist
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