Critical Care RN

ScionHealth
Columbus, GA



At ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU provides comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit. The RN monitors hemodynamic status, administers medications, performs assessments, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team. The RN ensures optimal patient outcomes through adherence to clinical protocols, safety guidelines, and effective communication with patients and families.

Essential Functions

  • Provides direct and indirect patient care in a critical care setting, including hemodynamic monitoring and management of critically ill patients
  • Administers medications, monitors for side effects, and responds to adverse events
  • Performs comprehensive assessments, including head-to-toe assessments, pain assessments, and reassessments
  • Develops and implements individualized care plans based on patient condition and response to treatment
  • Collaborates with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare providers to optimize patient care
  • Educates patients and families on treatment plans, medication regimens, and discharge instructions
  • Participates in emergency response and crisis management, including code blue and rapid response situations
  • Assists in invasive procedures, including central line insertions and arterial line placements
  • Adheres to infection control protocols and maintains a safe environment for patients and staff
  • Documents patient care activities, assessments, and interventions accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

  • Advanced clinical knowledge in critical care nursing and emergency response
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
  • Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and medical equipment operation
  • Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to patient-centered care
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity
Qualifications

Education

  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

License/Certification

  • Current RN license in the state of practice or compact state required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe specified by facility policy
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification within timeframe specified by facility policy
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification preferred
  • De-escalation Training required

Experience

  • Minimum of six (6) months of experience in an acute care setting preferred
Posted 2025-07-29

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