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

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
• Hospital Educator Responsibilities
• 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)

Employee Discounts

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. We’d love to hear from you!