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K.A. Recruiting

Director of Nursing - Behavioral Health Services, RN

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 07/07/2026

Location: Gloverville, SC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/28/2026

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What they do

A Director of Nursing manages and supervises all nursing staff at a hospital or long term care facility. Manages communications with physicians, manages budgets and expenses, and assists other administrators with managing operations. Monitors staff schedules and the quality of nursing care at the facility. Maintains professional license or certification requirements.

$121,621 / year median in South Carolina

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

Director of Nursing -

Behavioral Health Services Location:

Greater Augusta / Central Savannah River Area (South Carolina)

Setting:

Established Acute Care & Behavioral Health System The Opportunity Are you a visionary nurse leader looking for the perfect balance of local autonomy and corporate support? We are seeking a Director of Nursing (Behavioral Health) to lead our psychiatric nursing team within a premier 270+ bed acute care system. In this role, you aren't just an administrator—you are a mentor and a strategist. You will oversee the planning, quality, and regulatory compliance of our behavioral health services while fostering a culture of shared governance and evidence-based practice. Why Lead Our Team?

Our leadership philosophy is unique:

we provide the resources of a national healthcare leader (Fortune 500 recognized) while empowering our directors to run their facilities independently.

True Autonomy:

Manage your team with clinical and educational support from a vast network of peer leaders.

Professional Growth:

Access to "COO-in-Training" programs, internal leadership tracks, and a generous annual tuition/CEU allowance.

Collaborative Culture:

Lead through an active Nursing Council focused on elevating the standard of care.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership:

Plan, implement, and coordinate nursing education, orientation, and retention initiatives.

Quality & Compliance:

Analyze and develop programs to improve patient outcomes and physician relations while ensuring full regulatory oversight.

Mentorship:

Serve as the primary leader for psychiatric nursing associates, fostering professional development and clinical excellence.

Qualifications Education:

Graduate of an accredited RN program. BSN required; Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred (candidates currently pursuing an MSN will be considered).

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years in healthcare, with a strong preference for nursing leadership and at least 5 years of management experience.

Specialization:

Strong background in Behavioral Health is essential.

Licensure:

Current South Carolina Nursing License (or compact) and CPR certification. Compensation & Benefits We offer a highly competitive executive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed for work/life harmony: Sign-On Bonus available for qualified candidates.

Financial Security:

401(k) with company match and discounted stock purchase plans.

Wellness:

Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.

Support:

Student loan refinancing via SoFi and tuition reimbursement after 6 months. Generous PTO and a culture that recognizes and rewards excellence.