Medical-Surgical Unit Director / Hospital Educator (RN) - Full-Time | Days

The Staff Pad; Blue Ridge (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

The Staff Pad is recruiting a Medical-Surgical Unit Director / Hospital Educator (RN) for a full-time days schedule in Blue Ridge, GA. This dual-role leadership position oversees Med-Surg operations while directing hospital-wide clinical education and staff development.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN, 5+ years acute care nursing with 3+ years Med-Surg, and proven experience in precepting, teaching, and managing teams. Leadership in education and quality initiatives is essential.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• 5+ years acute care nursing experience, including 3 years in medical-surgical nursing.
• 2 years in a charge nurse, supervisor, or manager role.
• Experience in precepting, teaching, or conducting in-services required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 24-hour patient-centered care in the Med-Surg Unit.
• Manage daily operations, patient flow, and care coordination.
• Lead staffing, recruitment, evaluations, and staff engagement.
• Monitor the unit budget, control costs, and maintain quality.
• Lead quality and safety initiatives, track metrics, and implement evidence-based practices.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain unit policies.
• Conduct staff meetings and represent the hospital in the community.
• Plan and deliver clinical education across all departments.
• Assess learning needs and develop annual education calendars.
• Coordinate new employee orientation and competency programs.
• Manage certification courses and track staff compliance.
• Deliver mandatory education and oversee the learning management system.
• Provide just-in-time education and promote evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with schools and organize community health education events.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Clinical education

Nursing leadership

Education

BSN

MSN

Tools

LMS

Job description

Medical-Surgical Unit Director / Hospital Educator (RN) - Full-Time | Days

Blue Ridge, United States

The Staff Pad has partnered with a reputable healthcare organization in Blue Ridge, GA, and we are seeking an experienced Medical-Surgical Unit Director & Hospital Educator for a dual-role leadership position overseeing Med-Surg operations while leading hospital-wide clinical education and professional development.

This is an exciting opportunity for a nursing leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, developing clinical teams, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Schedule: Full-Time | Days

What You’ll Do

This position combines two key areas of responsibilities:

Medical-Surgical Unit Director Responsibilities

• Oversee 24-hour patient-centered care in the Med-Surg Unit
  
• Manage daily operations, patient flow, and care coordination
  
• Lead staffing, recruitment, evaluations, and staff engagement
  
• Monitor the unit budget, control costs, and maintain quality
  
• Lead quality and safety initiatives, track metrics, and implement evidence-based practices
  
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain unit policies
  
• Conduct staff meetings and represent the hospital in the community
  
• Plan and deliver clinical education across all departments
  
• Assess learning needs and develop annual education calendars
  
• Coordinate new employee orientation and competency programs
  
• Manage certification courses and track staff compliance
  
• Deliver mandatory education and oversee the learning management system
  
• Provide just-in-time education and promote evidence-based practices
  
• Collaborate with schools and organize community health education events
  

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required;
  
• 5 years of acute care nursing experience, including 3 years in medical-surgical nursing
  
• 2 years in a charge nurse, supervisor, or manager role
  
• Experience in precepting, teaching, or conducting in-services required
  

Preferred

• Master’s in Nursing (MSN) preferred
  
• Leadership Experience preferred
  
• 3+ years of nursing management experience with budget responsibilities
  
• Experience in rural, critical access, or swing bed settings
  
• 2 years as a clinical educator or nurse professional development specialist preferred
  

Licensure and Certifications

Required

• Current, unrestricted Georgia RN license or multistate compact license
  
• BLS and ACLS at hire; PALS within one year
  
• At least 1 national professional certification
  

Preferred

• AHA BLS/ACLS Instructor status or ability to obtain within one year
  
• CMSRN, MEDSURG-BC, NE-BC, CNML, or NPD-BC
  

What You Can Expect

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)

If you are an experienced nursing leader who enjoys balancing clinical operations with staff development, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across an entire hospital. Bring your leadership, clinical expertise, and passion for education to a team committed to quality patient care and professional growth.