Director of Nursing

musc; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Director of Nursing and Facility Administrator to oversee operations in an assigned correctional facility, ensuring high-quality patient care and effective resource management within a secure environment.

Responsibilities include enforcing regulatory compliance, coordinating clinical services, budgeting, policy development, and staff leadership to achieve patient and provider satisfaction while maintaining safety and security protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in area of responsibility.
• 1–3 years of leadership experience preferred.
• AHA BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care in assigned departments within a correctional facility.
• Develop and enforce department policies, budget, and staffing plans.
• Ensure compliance with state/federal correctional healthcare regulations and safety procedures.
• Support customer, employee, and provider satisfaction initiatives in a secure environment.

Skills

RN Licensure

Leadership

BLS Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

The Director of Nursing and Facility Administrator is responsible for the oversight of assigned departments and/or facility. Responsible for the patient care provided in their assigned areas. Responsible for resource management, including but not limited to human resources, materials and financial resources, and day-to-day operations of the facility. Demonstrates competence with licensed functions, marketing, team building, budget and strategic planning.

In a correctional institution, this position also ensures that clinical operations are carried out in compliance with all security procedures and correctional facility rules. Must be knowledgeable and compliant with State and Federal regulations that govern correctional healthcare services, as well as any credentialing agencies or governing bodies. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, including enforcement of corporate and facility policies and the development and enforcement of department-specific policies. Responsible for customer, employee, and provider satisfaction initiatives within a secure correctional environment.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor\'s Degree or in process of achieving degree. Master\'s degree preferred. Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in area of responsibility. 1 to 3 years leadership experience preferred.

• RN Licensure in South Carolina or Compact Licensure Agreement


• Certification in area of responsibility preferred


• AHA BLS Certification

Working Conditions

Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned, and heated office environment located within a secure correctional institution. May require entering inmate housing or restricted areas for clinical oversight, rounding, inspections, or operational coordination. Must maintain awareness of correctional safety protocols and work collaboratively with correctional staff.

ADDITIONAL CORRECTIONAL-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIE

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent education and/or relevant work experience Work Experience: 9 years progressive work experience and 4 years management experience.
State licensure and/or professional certification requirement/s dependent on position.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

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

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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