Critical Care Director - CVICU, ICU & SICU
South Charleston, WV
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus

Critical Care Director

Location: South Charleston, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: All shifts
Hours per Week: 40

Job Overview

Interim Critical Care Director position responsible for overseeing the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU), ICU, and the future Surgical ICU (SICU). The role involves leadership in clinical and operational management, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration across multiple ICU units.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree (MSN or MBA) preferred
• 2 to 5 years of nurse manager or director experience
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification
• Experience in clinical or management roles within Medical ICU and CVICU
• Knowledge of quality and patient outcomes metrics, including CLABSIs, CAUTIs, VAP, and Sepsis
• Proven success leading quality improvement initiatives and cultural transformation
• Familiarity with Joint Commission readiness and CMS standards
• Strong relationship and influence skills to manage resistance across diverse teams

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and clinical care in CVICU, ICU, and future SICU
• Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on patient outcomes and safety
• Develop and manage budgets, including capital budget planning and productivity management
• Optimize ICU patient flow and integrate care models across ICUs
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and lead cultural transformation efforts

Additional Information

• This role requires strong leadership and management skills in a critical care environment
• Ability to manage complex teams and drive organizational change is essential