Clinical Nurse Coordinator | Post Surgical/Telemetry | Nights

About the role

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator oversees the daily operations, staff, and quality of patient care in the Post-Surgical Unit and Emergency Department (ED) departments, including the Float Pool Department. They ensure the highest standards of care, safety, and efficiency are maintained. This role is accountable for improving departmental flow, promoting shared governance, and enhancing communication throughout the team.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Charge RNs, Staff RNs, Medical Assistants (MAs), Hospital Unit Coordinators, and Patient Care Technicians (PCTs).
• Provides leadership, guidance, and evaluation of staff performance, including participation in employee evaluations and ongoing coaching.
• Assists with hiring of new staff, new employee orientation, education, and staff competency assessments.
• Oversees daily staffing and coordinates shift coverage to maintain productivity goals and ensure optimal patient flow.
• Participates in employee development, including identifying educational needs and supporting professional growth.
• Ensures department adherence to regulatory standards (TDSHS, CMS, Joint Commission, AORN, ASPAN, TXBON) and organizational policies.
• Promotes a positive work environment, motivates staff, and leads by example to maintain high morale and effective teamwork.
• Addresses and resolves conflicts or issues that arise, ensuring service excellence and patient satisfaction.
• Promotes a culture of collaboration and accountability, maintaining high morale, resolving conflicts, and motivating staff toward professional growth.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited professional school of nursing required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Current Texas RN License.
• Certified Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications (must be obtained within 60 days of hire).
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Progressive Care/Intermediate Care/Critical Care nursing required, with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hospital policies and procedures specific to the post-surgical and ED departments preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Texas RN License.
• Certified Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications (must be obtained within 60 days of hire).

Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and hospital policies.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Life and AD&D coverage.
• Availability of short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs.
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning.
• Paid holidays and vacation.