Job Openings Director of Nursing - Acute Care

About the job Director of Nursing - Acute Care

Director of Nursing (RN) Med/Surg, PCU, ICU

Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity | Acute Care
Location: Fort Mill, SC (30 minutes southwest of Charlotte, NC)
Salary Range: $108,000 $171,000 (based on experience and qualifications)
$20,000 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance Available

About the Role

Envoy Recruitment is seeking an accomplished and visionary Director of Nursing (RN) to lead and oversee multiple acute care service lines, including Medical/Surgical, Progressive Care (PCU), Cardiovascular Telemetry, Clinical Observation, Chest Pain Observation, and Dialysis.

This senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of patient care, clinical quality, and operational efficiency across assigned departments. The Director will work closely with hospital executives, physicians, and clinical leaders to drive departmental performance, elevate nursing excellence, and foster a collaborative and supportive culture.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced nursing leader who thrives in high-acuity environments and is passionate about driving positive outcomes for patients, staff, and the community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee clinical and administrative operations across multiple acute care units

  • Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, and evidence-based nursing care

  • Develop and manage departmental budgets, staffing, and operational performance metrics

  • Drive quality improvement, patient safety, and service excellence initiatives

  • Mentor and develop nurse leaders to promote engagement, accountability, and professional growth

  • Collaborate with hospital leadership and medical staff to achieve strategic objectives

  • Support service line expansion and community health program development

What You Bring

Education

  • Required: Masters Degree in Nursing or Business Administration (or must obtain within 5 years)

  • Preferred: Masters Degree completed

Experience

  • Minimum 3-5 years in a leadership capacity across (Med/Surg, or PCU, or ICU)

  • Prior management or nursing leadership experience required

  • Ideally have experience with new graduate nursing programs

  • Great record with retention

Licensure & Certifications

  • Active Multi-State RN license (or must obtain within 30 days if relocating from another Compact state)

  • AHA BLS CPR certification required

Why Join Envoy Recruitment?

This opportunity offers the chance to lead within a high-performing, mission-driven hospital where your leadership directly shapes clinical and operational excellence. Youll benefit from:

  • Competitive compensation: $108,000 $171,000 annual salary

  • $20,000 sign-on bonus (based on eligibility)

  • Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

  • A collaborative and supportive executive team

  • Career advancement pathways within a growing health system

  • Leadership development and professional education opportunities

Ready to lead and make a lasting impact on patient care and nursing excellence?
Contact hello@envoyrecruitment.com or apply today for a confidential conversation.