Director - Medical-surgical nursing (RN)

Position: Director - Medical-surgical nursing (RN)

Location: Wilson, NC

Duration: Permanent Role

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Relocation Package: Full relocation assistance available

Job Description

The Director - Medical-surgical nursing (RN) is responsible for managing the overall operations of the Medical-Surgical (Medical-surgical nursing) Units. This leadership role ensures high-quality patient care, supervises and mentors staff, develops and implements approved standards and guidelines, and collaborates with department managers to optimize unit performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Med Surg Units, ensuring optimal patient care and efficiency.
• Develop and enforce standards, protocols, and best practices for clinical excellence.
• Provide leadership, direction, coaching, and mentorship to nursing staff.
• Collaborate with management teams on policy implementation and process improvements.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resource allocation to enhance patient outcomes.
• Serve as a key liaison between nursing staff, administration, and other healthcare departments.

Minimum Education & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) – Required
• Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Medical-Surgical Nursing setting (Required)
• Minimum 3 years of management experience in Medical-Surgical Nursing (Required)
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage stressful situations effectively.
• Experience leading nursing teams and implementing quality improvement initiatives.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current and active NC RN license or Compact RN License (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (Required)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification (Required)