Emergency Room Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Night Shift - Hermitage, TN

Emergency Room Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Night Shift - Hermitage, TN

Full-Time Charge Role | Night Shift 7PM-7AM | $38.00-$56.95/Hour + Differentials | $20K Sign-On Bonus | $5K Relocation

Overview

Lead night shift emergency operations at a 234-bed acute care hospital in Hermitage, Tennessee (Nashville area), featuring a Level III Trauma Center and 22-bed emergency department serving up to 166 patients daily. This Clinical Nurse Coordinator role provides charge nurse leadership with rotating weekends (2 per month, Friday-Sunday) overseeing a team of 73 FTEs. The facility offers comprehensive services including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics/spine, rehabilitation, women's services, Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, and Primary Stroke Center designation. The position reports to the ED Director and Manager with exceptional growth opportunities and fast-track leadership development within the regional healthcare network. Hermitage offers affordable Nashville-area living with access to music city culture, entertainment, dining, and Southern hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all emergency department functions during night shift under supervision of unit director.
• Assess, monitor, record, report, and follow through on symptoms or changes in patient conditions throughout the shift.
• Collaborate with management team to conduct ongoing assessment of quality patient care services provided in the emergency department.
• Create and maintain accurate, detailed reports and records ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and modify care plans based on patient responses.
• Delegate nursing tasks appropriately and safely while retaining accountability for patient care delivery across 22-bed ED.
• Provide individualized education for patients, families, and caregivers throughout the continuum of emergency care.
• Adhere to standards of safety and infection control in delivery of patient care across high-volume emergency setting.
• Manage patient flow and throughput during night operations with volumes up to 166 patients daily.
• Serve as clinical resource and mentor for emergency nursing staff during night shift operations.
• Respond to trauma activations and coordinate Level III Trauma Center care during overnight hours.
• Support stroke and chest pain protocols ensuring timely interventions and optimal patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with incoming and outgoing shifts using appropriate hand-off protocols.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Tennessee RN license in good standing or active multi-state compact license
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 3 years of Registered Nurse experience (will consider Psych and ICU experience)
• Minimum 1 year of Emergency Room nursing experience
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification - American Heart Association - current
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required within 1 year of employment
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required within 1 year of employment
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) required within 6 months of employment
• Ability to work night shift (7PM-7AM) with rotating weekends (2 per month, Friday-Sunday)

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Trauma nursing experience in Level III or higher trauma centers
• Prior charge nurse or leadership experience in emergency settings
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $38.00-$56.95 based on years of experience
• Shift Differentials: Night $3.50/hour | Weekend $6.00/hour
• Sign-On Bonus: $20,000
• Relocation Assistance: $5,000 (must be over 50 miles from facility)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Fast-track leadership development and promotion opportunities
• Professional development programs across regional network
• Employee wellness programs and recognition initiatives

Ideal For

Experienced emergency nurses ready to step into or advance their charge nurse career at a Level III Trauma Center. Perfect for night shift leaders who excel in high-volume ED environments, value growth opportunities, and want to build leadership skills in the Nashville area with fast-track advancement potential.