Full-Time
Director of Medical Surgical and ICU
Updated on 8/4/2026
ScionHealth
201-500 employees
Manages acute and post-acute hospital networks
No salary listed
Ennis, TX, USA
In Person
Bachelor's
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- Strong clinical background in acute care nursing, particularly in medical-surgical settings.
- Knowledge of accreditation standards, healthcare regulations, and quality improvement practices.
- Proficiency in electronic medical record systems, Microsoft Office, and healthcare reporting tools.
- Current registered nurse license in the practicing state.
- Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification within the timeframe required by facility policy.
- Three to five years of clinical nursing experience.
- The role requires appropriate use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
- The role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and patient handling; occasional lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds; and exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and clinical equipment.
- Develop, implement, and monitor departmental goals, policies, and procedures.
- Direct patient care operations to ensure alignment with clinical, legal, and regulatory standards.
- Evaluate patient care delivery methods and nursing practices for quality improvement.
- Oversee staffing functions, including recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and scheduling.
- Manage the department budget and monitor expenditures in accordance with hospital policies.
- Lead departmental audits, quality-metric reviews, and improvement plans.
- Facilitate interdisciplinary communication and coordination of patient care services.
- Promote staff development and foster an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Participate in executive and interdepartmental meetings and committees.
- Provide operational leadership and clinical oversight for activities within the medical-surgical unit.
- Manage staff performance, budget planning, workflow efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure high-quality, patient-centered care, regulatory compliance, and implementation of departmental goals aligned with organizational strategic objectives.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
- Two years of previous management experience.
ScionHealth runs a network of hospitals that provide both acute and post-acute care. It operates 79 hospital campuses across 25 states, including 61 long-term acute care hospitals and 18 community hospitals, with a focus on patient-centered, quality-driven care. Its services cover the full hospital care path—from immediate treatment to longer-term recovery—using coordinated care teams and technology to support clinicians and improve outcomes. The company differentiates itself by its large, integrated network that combines short-term and long-term care, its community-focused approach, and its emphasis on investing in people and technology to deliver compassionate care. Its goal is to improve health outcomes in communities by offering a seamless continuum of hospital care and expanding access to high-quality services.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Louisville, Kentucky
Founded
2021
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2, 2026 sale sharpened ScionHealth around core specialty hospitals and capital structure.
- June 10, 2026 CEO transition installed CFO Doug Shirley to drive financial discipline.
- ScionHealth still operates 63 specialty hospitals in 23 states after the divestiture.
What critics are saying
- Lifepoint absorbed eight hospitals June 2, 2026, shrinking ScionHealth's diversification and revenue base.
- Three hospital closures in February 2026 exposed weaker facilities and workforce disruption.
- Heavy reliance on LTACH reimbursement makes Medicare policy cuts existential for ScionHealth.
What makes ScionHealth unique
- ScionHealth owns 63 LTACHs across 23 states, anchored by Kindred specialty expertise.
- Its hospitals treat complex respiratory failure, sepsis, wounds, and post-ICU patients.
- Adam Darvish's June 2026 return strengthens West Coast physician relationships and operating continuity.
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ScionHealth names healthcare executive Adam Darvish senior VP of West Region Specialty Hospital Operations. June 22, 2026 Former long-time Kindred leader returns, will oversee 20 Kindred Hospitals in six states. LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY (June 22, 2026) - Experienced healthcare operations executive Adam Darvish has been named ScionHealth's new Senior Vice President of Specialty Hospital Operations for the West Region of its national network of long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), which includes Kindred Hospitals. In this role, Darvish will oversee strategic and business operations for ScionHealth's 20 Kindred Hospitals in California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Washington, and El Paso, Texas. These hospitals provide specialized long-term acute care and rehabilitation services to medically complex patients. Darvish, who brings more than 25 years of executive healthcare leadership experience, particularly on the West Coast, is returning to Kindred Hospitals, where he previously held numerous senior leadership roles across the legacy Kindred Healthcare organization. "Adam Darvish's return to Kindred Hospitals is an exciting moment for our organization, and he is an ideal choice to lead ScionHealth's West Region," said Linn Billingsley, President of Specialty Hospitals for ScionHealth. "He brings a deep understanding of our hospitals and our patients, along with a proven record of success both within Kindred and across the broader healthcare landscape. Adam's longstanding relationships with physicians and healthcare leaders across the West Region, combined with his operational expertise and passion for patient care, position him well to support our hospitals, medical staffs, and leadership teams. We look forward to the leadership, partnership, and strategic vision he will bring to the West Region." "I am honored and proud to return to Kindred Hospitals, which has played such a meaningful and formative role in my career," Darvish said. "Kindred has long stood for excellence in caring for medically complex patients, and I look forward to supporting our patients, caregivers, and leadership teams as we continue delivering high-quality care and strengthening our impact across the West Region." Darvish is a former board member of the California Hospital Association and Hospital Association of Southern California and a former president and current trustee of the United Hospital Association. Darvish holds the degree of Master of Public Health from UCLA and bachelor's and master's degrees in electrical/bioengineering from Rutgers University and Georgia Institute of Technology, respectively. About ScionHealth: ScionHealth is a national healthcare system serving patients across 23 states through a portfolio of 63 Specialty Hospitals (LTACHs) and 6 Community Hospitals (STACHs) in 5 markets. The system provides high-acuity specialty care for medically complex patients and essential acute care services in the communities it serves. ScionHealth is committed to advancing clinical quality, strengthening access to care, and supporting healthier communities through compassionate service, operational excellence, and a focus on improved patient outcomes. Learn more at www.ScionHealth.com.
Two ScionHealth hospitals named to Becker's 2026 list of '100 Great Community Hospitals' June 15, 2026 LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (June 15, 2026) - Two ScionHealth hospitals, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center in Hartsville, South Carolina, and St. Francis - Emory Healthcare in Columbus, Georgia, have been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2026 listing of "100 Great Community Hospitals." The annual list recognizes a select group of hospitals nationwide for excellence in community-based care. According to Becker's, the Great Community Hospitals list celebrates "the institutions that bring accessible, affordable, high-quality care to patients beyond the reach of large urban health systems. These hospitals, whether nestled in a rural county or at the heart of a suburban community, share a common mission of connecting communities to the care they deserve." Carolina Pines, also recognized on Becker's Great Community Hospitals list for 2025, has earned multiple honors for its commitment to expanding access to high-quality care in the Pee Dee region. Becker's highlighted the hospital's nine consecutive "A" grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, which also recognized CPRMC twice as an "Elite Top General Hospital." In addition, Carolina Pines has earned the ScionHealth National Quality Strategy Overall Platinum Award - the company's highest award for quality - three consecutive years. CPRMC also has earned numerous accreditations and certifications from Joint Commission, including becoming the first South Carolina hospital to earn a Disease-Specific Care Certification for Sepsis. In 2025, it became the first hospital in its state to be designated a "Purple Heart Hospital" by the Military Order of the Purple Heart. In recent years, Carolina Pines has also expanded access through a new satellite clinic in Pageland, added on-site dialysis services, and launched several health equity initiatives to address social determinants of health. St. Francis-Emory Healthcare continues to strengthen its role as a leading provider of high-quality, accessible care for the Chattahoochee Valley. The hospital, which celebrated its 75th year in the Columbus area in 2025, has expanded cardiovascular capabilities as Columbus' only open-heart surgery program, enhanced surgical and orthopedic services with new technologies, and invested in advanced imaging and diagnostic tools. Becker's noted that St. Francis was the first hospital in Georgia to be designated a "Purple Heart Hospital," and it recently earned Joint Commission's Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care, becoming the first hospital in Georgia to obtain that certification. St. Francis' behavioral health facility, The Bradley Center, was highlighted for its "first-of-its-kind public-private partnership with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities to provide 24/7 crisis services, including a walk-in crisis center and a 37-bed crisis stabilization unit." "We are proud to see Carolina Pines and St. Francis recognized on Becker's list of the nation's great community hospitals," said Russell Pigg, President of Community Hospitals for ScionHealth. "Their teams work every day to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that meets the needs of the people they serve. This recognition reflects their commitment to improving health outcomes across their regions." About Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center. As part of the ScionHealth network of hospitals, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center (CPRMC) provides high-quality healthcare services to the people of several counties in northeastern South Carolina. Patients have come to rely on its experienced, skilled staff and physicians to provide them with the highest level of care and compassion. Through the facilities on its campus, including a 116-bed acute care hospital and an adjoining medical office building, Scionhealth provide comprehensive services with two things in mind: the care and comfort of its patients. Learn more about CPRMC at cprmc.com/about. About St. Francis - Emory Healthcare. Since opening its doors in 1950, the caregivers at St. Francis - Emory Healthcare have been committed each day to providing the highest quality care in West Georgia and East Alabama. With 376 beds on two campuses, more than 2,500 associates, and 300 physicians, Scionhealth offer a full range of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room services, including the only open-heart surgery program in Columbus and the Chattahoochee Valley. Learn more about St. Francis - Emory Healthcare at mystfrancis.com/about.
ScionHealth announces executive leadership transition. June 10, 2026 Louisville, KY (June 10, 2026) - ScionHealth today announced its go-forward executive leadership team, reinforcing leadership continuity as the organization continues to evolve. This leadership structure supports a steady, coordinated approach as ScionHealth advances its strategic direction. Doug Shirley, who has served as ScionHealth's Chief Financial Officer since April 2025, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Shirley brings more than 25 years of healthcare leadership experience, including financial strategy, operational improvement, and enterprise transformation across public, private, and nonprofit systems. "I am honored to lead ScionHealth into its next chapter," said Shirley. "While our strategy is evolving, our commitment to supporting the hospitals and caregivers across our network is steadfast. We will continue to empower our caregivers to deliver high-quality, compassionate care for those we serve." Rob Jay, who has served as Chief Executive Officer since ScionHealth's formation in 2021, will transition to the role of Executive Chairman. Jay led the company through its launch and early development, establishing the foundation for its national healthcare network. As Executive Chairman, Jay will serve in a strategic and advisory capacity to the company to ensure a seamless transition while also leading the ScionHealth Board of Directors. ScionHealth has also appointed Scott Graeser as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, overseeing the company's financial strategy, capital structure, and risk management. Since 2022, Graeser has served as Vice President of Finance and Treasurer for ScionHealth and brings more than two decades of experience in corporate finance, treasury, and financial planning and analysis. In addition to these leadership transitions, ScionHealth confirmed the following executives as part of its go-forward leadership team: * Danny Brywczynski, Chief Operating Officer, has been with ScionHealth since its inception and continues to oversee enterprise operations. * Jack Seal, General Counsel, joined the organization in 2025 and leads ScionHealth's legal strategy and enterprise risk management. * Michelle Rigby, Chief People and Compliance Officer, has served as Chief Human Resources Officer and now expands her responsibilities to include enterprise compliance. Together, these leaders comprise the executive team that will guide ScionHealth forward as the organization strengthens its operational capabilities and advances its mission to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across its national network.
Logan Regional Medical Center joins Lifepoint Health. Jun 02, 2026 Logan, W.Va. - June 2, 2026 - Logan Regional Medical Center today announced that it is now officially part of Lifepoint Health, following the close of the company's transaction to acquire eight acute care hospitals from ScionHealth. Based in Brentwood, Tennessee, Lifepoint Health is a leading healthcare provider that serves patients, clinicians, communities and partner organizations across the healthcare continuum. Logan Regional Medical Center is committed to ensuring a seamless transition for patients, employees and providers. The hospital's leadership team will remain unchanged, and all employees are now employed by Lifepoint. Patients will continue to receive the high-quality care they expect from the providers they know and trust, and there are no anticipated changes to services or how patients access care today. "We are proud to join Lifepoint Health, a trusted healthcare leader dedicated to delivering high-quality care, enhancing patient safety and fostering strong community partnerships," said Justin Turner, chief executive officer of Logan Regional Medical Center. "Our team looks forward to this next chapter as part of the Lifepoint family and the exciting opportunities it will create for our patients, employees, providers and the communities we serve." With the completion of the transaction, Lifepoint's healthcare delivery network now spans 34 states, with 68 community hospital campuses, more than 70 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals and more than 300 additional sites of care. About Logan Regional Medical Center. Logan Regional Medical Center is a 132-bed acute care facility in Logan, West Virginia, that is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC). The hospital offers a full range of healthcare services, which include: Da Vinci Robotic-Assisted Surgery, the recently expanded Endoscopy Unit, Cardiac Rehab, a 64-slice CT, 24-hour Emergency Care, Intensive Care Unit, Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, 3D Mammography, MRI, Nutrition Counseling, Physical Therapy, Radiology, an Inpatient Rehab Center, Respiratory Therapy, a Sleep Disorders Center, Speech Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Ultrasound, Women's Services, and ongoing community education. The hospital continues to focus on improvements to enhance services and fulfill its purpose of advancing the health and well-being of its patients and community. Learn more about the hospital at loganregionalmedicalcenter.com/about. Not a patient? If you haven't been to its hospital or don't have a primary care provider, Logan Medical Group invite you to find one of its clinicians who will gladly guide you along your healthcare journey.
Palestine Regional Medical Center joins Lifepoint Health. Jun 02, 2026 Palestine, Texas - June 2, 2026 - Palestine Regional Medical Center today announced that it is now officially part of Lifepoint Health, following the close of the company's transaction to acquire eight acute care hospitals from ScionHealth. Based in Brentwood, Tennessee, Lifepoint Health is a leading healthcare provider that serves patients, clinicians, communities and partner organizations across the healthcare continuum. Palestine Regional Medical Center is committed to ensuring a seamless transition for patients, employees and providers. The hospital's leadership team will remain unchanged, and all employees are now employed by Lifepoint. Patients will continue to receive the high-quality care they expect from the providers they know and trust, and there are no anticipated changes to services or how patients access care today. "We are proud to join Lifepoint Health, a trusted healthcare leader dedicated to delivering high-quality care, enhancing patient safety and fostering strong community partnerships," said Doug Holzbog, chief executive officer of Palestine Regional Medical Center. "Our team looks forward to this next chapter as part of the Lifepoint family and the exciting opportunities it will create for our patients, employees, providers and the communities we serve." With the completion of the transaction, Lifepoint's healthcare delivery network now spans 34 states, with 68 community hospital campuses, more than 70 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals and more than 300 additional sites of care. About Palestine Regional Medical Center. Palestine Regional Medical Center (PRMC) comprises two facilities - PRMC Hospital and PRMC's West Campus - the latter of which includes behavioral health services. For more than 60 years, the citizens of Anderson and surrounding counties have depended on the healthcare facilities in Palestine. Serving approximately 100,000 people, PRMC provides 150 beds and care from a highly skilled staff of healthcare professionals. A full range of comprehensive care is offered, including the latest in diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Approximately 500 employees and 40 volunteers work closely with the medical staff, which includes more than 70 physicians representing 28 different medical specialties. Visit PalestineRegional.com/about to learn more about Palestine Regional Medical Center. Not a patient? If you haven't been to its hospital or don't have a primary care provider, Palestine Medical Group invite you to find one of its clinicians who will gladly guide you along your healthcare journey.