Clinical Nurse Coordinator Free Standing ER

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator Free Standing ER at Mission Health is a Registered Nurse leadership role within our Healthcare & Medical Services department, providing front-line coordination of patient care and nursing operations in a high-acuity, fast-paced emergency setting. Based in a free-standing emergency department, this position combines direct patient care with clinical leadership, ensuring that safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care is consistently delivered to patients of all ages. The Clinical Nurse Coordinator collaborates closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and ancillary staff to manage patient flow, prioritize care needs, and support best practices in triage, treatment, and disposition.
In this role, the Clinical Nurse Coordinator functions as a clinical resource and role model, overseeing daily shift activities, supporting staff in complex clinical situations, and promoting adherence to regulatory, quality, and safety standards. Responsibilities include coordinating patient assignments, monitoring staffing and workload, assisting with rapid response and resuscitation efforts, and facilitating timely communication among the care team, patients, and families. The coordinator actively engages in performance improvement, assists with orientation and mentoring of new staff, and helps implement departmental protocols, policies, and evidence-based guidelines.
Aligned with Mission Health’s commitment to advanced medical services and compassionate care, the Clinical Nurse Coordinator helps to cultivate a collaborative culture grounded in teamwork, respect, and professional growth. The nurse in this position participates in interdisciplinary rounds, contributes to emergency preparedness and disaster response planning, and supports initiatives aimed at enhancing patient experience, throughput, and quality outcomes. The role requires sound clinical judgment, strong critical thinking, and effective decision-making in rapidly changing situations, as well as excellent communication and de-escalation skills when working with patients and families during stressful events.
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator Free Standing ER position is ideal for an experienced emergency nurse seeking to expand leadership responsibilities while remaining hands-on at the bedside. Mission Health offers a patient-centered environment with clear pathways for professional advancement, educational development, and leadership growth. The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in emergency nursing practices, a commitment to continuous learning, and a passion for delivering high-quality care within a supportive, team-oriented environment that reflects Mission Health’s dedication to improving the health and wellness of the community.