Acute Care Nursing Director

About the role

Come join our dynamic Acute Care team by leading a newly remodeled 42-bed unit equipped with cutting-edge technology. We are committed to excellence in patient care offering a 1 to 1 RN to CNA ratio, Virtual Nursing Support, Assistant Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator, as well as charge nurses on each shift.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct nursing care and related activities in accordance with MUSC Health Lancaster policies and objectives.
• Recommend, develop, and implement policies in collaboration with the Executive Director of Nursing and Chief Nursing Officer.
• Engage with physicians and patients to address needs and expectations.
• Direct and evaluate patient care delivery.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years in a supervisory role.
• Five years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital setting.
• Extensive knowledge of the unit’s patient population, healthcare trends, and regional resources.
• Strong collaboration skills with colleagues and peers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program is required.
• Master's degree preferred or striving to achieve.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse with the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) with American Heart Association (AHA) certifications required.

Benefits

• South Carolina State Health Insurance
• South Carolina State Retirement
• Competitive pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities
• Nurse Residency Program: 12-week program for nurses with less than 1 year of experience
• Certification Recognition
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Nursing Student Loan Repayment