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Director of Compliance

Ernest HealthNew Braunfels, TexasPosted Sep 8, 2026

Compensation

Not listed

Type

Full-time

Location

New Braunfels, Texas

Posted

Sep 8, 2026

Requirements Summary

Candidates must hold a current, valid, and active Registered Nurse license in the state of employment. The role prefers at least four years of clinical experience and two years of experience in regulatory, hospital licensure, or accreditation roles.

Core Responsibilities

The Director of Compliance provides clinical leadership for hospital operations including infection control, medical staff services, regulatory compliance, risk management, and quality improvement. They use clinical expertise and independent judgment to supervise these operational areas while integrating the hospital's mission into daily practice.

Key Skills

Registered NurseRegulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementQuality ManagementInfection PreventionClinical LeadershipCritical ThinkingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsData EntryWord ProcessingRecord ManagementCommunication SkillsJoint Commission StandardsClinical Operations

Company Information

  • Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
  • Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
  • Type: Privately Held

Full Job Description

Overview New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in New Braunfels, Texas is a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the communities between San Antonio and Austin. We specialize in helping patients regain strength and independence after life-altering health events such as strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions. Our rehabilitation programs are intensive and tailored – each patient receives a customized mix of physical, occupational, and speech therapies delivered daily by our enthusiastic, highly skilled team. New Braunfels Regional Rehab Hospital offers a supportive, close-knit environment with modern therapy facilities and the latest rehabilitative equipment, ensuring patients get the best possible care. With Joint Commission accreditation and a reputation for outstanding clinical outcomes, our hospital proudly provides warm, patient-centered care that guides individuals on their journey to recovery and return to an active life. We are seeking a Director of Compliance to join our team of passionate patient caregivers! As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them. Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being. Benefits: PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available Dental and Vision coverage 401K with employer matching Life insurance Short-and-long term disability Wellness & Work Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date Professional Growth: Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement Qualifications Required Skills: Current, valid and active Registered Nurse license in the state of employment is required. Minimum four years clinical experience preferred Two years in a role with regulatory/hospital licensure/accreditation experience preferred. Additional Qualifications/Skills: Knowledge of and resource for Federal, State and the Joint Commission standards and hospital specific rules and regulations. Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management. Demonstrates critical thinking skills: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Effective organizational and time management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality. Ability to work closely and professionally with others. Responsibilities The Director of Compliance is the individual with primary responsibility for providing clinical leadership for the following areas of hospital operations: Infection Prevention/Control, Medical Staff Services, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, and Quality Management/Improvement. Uses clinical expertise and significant independent discretion and judgment to help manage and supervise the hospital’s operations in all of the aforementioned areas. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

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