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St. Francis-Emory Healthcare lists this Director ICU opportunity in columbus, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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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
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Worksite address
columbus, GA, 31900, US
Who can apply
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