Medical Surgical Nursing Director

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program required
  • Master's degree preferred or actively pursuing
  • Current RN license with the South Carolina Board of Nursing or compact-state licensure required
  • Current BLS and ACLS through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
  • Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse certification is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership for the 42-bed Medical-Surgical unit
  • Oversee daily nursing operations and overall unit performance
  • Ensure quality outcomes, patient safety, and an excellent patient experience
  • Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity, and workforce management
  • Engage employees and promote a positive workplace culture
  • Develop nursing leaders and frontline staff accountability
  • Ensure regulatory and accreditation readiness
  • Drive performance improvement and meet organizational goals
  • Manage budget and oversee financial stewardship

Benefits

  • South Carolina State Health Insurance
  • South Carolina State Retirement
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Certification Recognition
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary

Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Regular

Cost Center
CC001508 LAN - MedSurg 6th Floor (LMC)

Pay Rate Type
Salary

Pay Grade
Health-32

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift
Day (United States of America)

Job Description

As our Medical-Surgical RN Director, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of nursing excellence while partnering with a dedicated leadership team that includes Virtual Nursing Support, an Assistant Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator, and Charge Nurses on every shift.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

  • Newly remodeled 42-bed Medical-Surgical unit
  • Cutting-edge technology and innovative nursing support
  • Strong leadership presence across all shifts
  • Collaborative, patient-focused culture
  • Opportunity to develop and inspire nursing leaders and frontline teams
  • A department committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement


What You'll Lead

As Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the unit, with accountability for:
  • Daily nursing operations and overall unit performance
  • Quality outcomes, patient safety, and patient experience
  • Staffing, scheduling, productivity, and workforce management
  • Employee engagement, retention, and a positive workplace culture
  • Development and accountability of nursing leaders and frontline staff
  • Regulatory and accreditation readiness
  • Performance improvement and organizational goals
  • Budget management and financial stewardship
  • Collaboration with physicians, interdisciplinary partners, and hospital leadership


Additional Job Description

Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program required
  • Master's degree preferred or actively pursuing


Licensure & Certifications:
  • Current RN license with the South Carolina Board of Nursing or compact-state licensure required
  • Current BLS and ACLS through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
  • Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse certification is preferred


Benefits That Support You

  • South Carolina State Health Insurance
  • South Carolina State Retirement
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Certification Recognition


Ready to Lead What's Next?

Bring your leadership, clinical expertise, and passion for excellence to a team that is investing in its people, its patients, and its future.

Lead the team. Champion excellence. Make a difference every day.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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