ICU Clinical Coordinator Educator

Kindred Healthcare•Columbus, GA

10d

About The Position

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 RN Coordinator/Specialist – ICU is responsible for coordinating patient care delivery and supporting clinical and operational functions within the Intensive Care Unit. The role works closely with the interdisciplinary team to provide high-acuity, evidence-based care while ensuring quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and effective resource utilization. The RN Coordinator/Specialist serves as a clinical resource, mentor, and leader to ICU staff, promoting excellence in critical care nursing.

Requirements

Expertise in critical care nursing and ICU clinical protocols
Strong assessment, triage, and decision-making skills
Proficient in EMR systems and Microsoft Office applications
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to lead by example and foster a collaborative team environment
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
Current RN licensure in the state of practice or compact state required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within time frame required by facility policy
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within time frame required by facility policy
Minimum of 2 years of critical care nursing experience in an ICU setting required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master’s in Nursing, Healthcare Management, or Administration preferred
Experience in care coordination, quality improvement, or nursing leadership preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily ICU operations, including patient care planning, rounding, and multidisciplinary collaboration
Serve as a clinical resource for ICU nurses regarding protocols, procedures, and complex patient conditions
Assist in developing and evaluating individualized care plans in collaboration with providers and clinical teams
Monitor quality of care, patient safety practices, and documentation standards
Facilitate communication between ICU staff, providers, patients, and families
Support new staff onboarding and continuing education initiatives for the ICU team
Participate in quality improvement projects and assist in implementing evidence-based practice changes
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including Joint Commission, CMS, and internal policies
Monitor equipment use and assist in maintaining supplies and readiness of the unit
Document nursing and coordination activities in the electronic medical record (EMR)