Director-ICU

ScionHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, part of ScionHealth, seeks a Director of ICU to provide strategic and operational leadership for ICU, PCU, and Dialysis services. The role directs nursing staff, coordinates interdepartmental collaboration, and ensures compliance with standards.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care, staff development, budget management, and involvement in hospital committees, with expectations for professional practice and evidence-based leadership.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• MSN preferred.
• Current RN licensure in the state of employment.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• CPI and CCRN may be required per facility policy.
• 3–5 years nursing management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily ICU/PCU/Dialysis operations to ensure quality and safety of care.
• Oversee staffing plans based on census and acuity.
• Supervise nursing personnel and address performance as needed.
• Lead quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and incident investigations.
• Develop and manage department budgets and participate in hospital committees.
• Provide direct patient care as necessary to maintain outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Nursing management

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Job description

Description

Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.

Job Summary

The Director of ICU provides strategic and operational leadership for the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Progressive Care Unit (PCU), and Dialysis services. This position ensures high-quality, patient-centered care by directing nursing staff, coordinating interdepartmental collaboration, and ensuring compliance with all applicable standards, regulations, and best practices.

Essential Functions

• Direct and guide daily operations in ICU/PCU/Dialysis to ensure quality and safety of care
• Prepare and manage department staffing schedules based on census and acuity
• Supervise and evaluate nursing personnel and recommend or take disciplinary action as needed
• Oversee performance improvement, regulatory compliance, and incident report investigations
• Lead development of policies, procedures, and clinical practice standards
• Develop and manage department budgets to ensure cost-effective care delivery
• Provide direct patient care as necessary to maintain high-quality outcomes
• Participate in hospital-wide committees and initiatives aligned with clinical goals
• Maintain up-to-date job descriptions and ensure timely staff performance evaluations
• Support community outreach and education initiatives related to wellness and care
• Serve as a role model of professionalism and evidence-based practice in nursing leadership

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and leadership abilities
• Ability to collaborate across departments and disciplines to ensure multidisciplinary patient care
• Frequently: Standing, walking, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling
• Occasionally: Sitting, stooping, lifting up to 50 pounds
• Constant: Seeing, hearing, communication, and manual dexterity
• Regular exposure to blood, body fluids, and biohazards
• Potential exposure to airborne particles, toxic chemicals, mechanical equipment, and loud noise
• Works in a clinical hospital environment with patient contact

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current RN licensure in the state of employment (or Compact State if residing outside the state)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – required upon hire and maintained
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required within 6 months of hire and maintained
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) – required within 6 months and annually thereafter
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) – may be required per facility policy
• Certified Professional in-Patient Safety (CPPS) – may be required per facility policy

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years of nursing management experience preferred
• Experience working in high-acuity and fast-paced environments