Nursing Director, Inpatient Services

Job Description

Nursing Director, Inpatient Services

Location: Fort Mill, SC

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Compensation: $120,000 – $160,000 base salary (flexible) + 10% AIP Bonus

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 (paid out over 24 months)

Relocation Assistance Available

Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a Nursing Director of Inpatient Services for a hospital in Fort Mill, SC. This leadership role oversees Med-Surg, Progressive Care/Stepdown (PCU), and ICU areas, managing approximately 40 full-time employees. The Nursing Director will provide operational leadership, clinical oversight, and strategic guidance to ensure delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.

This position reports directly to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) and carries 24/7 accountability for the assigned departments.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for Med-Surg, Stepdown/PCU, and ICU units.
• Support the CNO in planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating nursing practice at a multi-unit level.
• Ensure quality, safe, and effective patient care across all areas of responsibility.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and performance of clinical staff, with oversight of ~40 FTEs.
• Promote professional development, competency, and retention of nursing staff.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and evidence-based best practices.
• Maintain compliance with hospital standards, state/federal regulations, and accreditation requirements.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and multidisciplinary teams to drive performance improvement and patient outcomes.
• Maintain fiscal accountability for assigned units, ensuring effective use of resources.
• Serve as a role model, mentor, and advocate for the nursing profession.

Qualifications

Education:

• Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Preferred: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of progressive management experience in a hospital setting (manager or charge nurse).
• Strong leadership background with direct experience in ICU and/or PCU (Critical Care).

Licensure & Certifications:

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strong ability to foster collaboration and team development.
• Knowledge of hospital operations, clinical practice, and regulatory requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $120,000 – $160,000 (based on experience).
• Annual Incentive Bonus: 10% target.
• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 (paid out over 24 months).
• Relocation Assistance Available.
• Comprehensive benefits package offered.

Why Work With Wheeler Staffing Partners?

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