RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator CNC OrthoNeuro Trauma Charge

Overview

We are seeking an experienced RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) to provide charge-level leadership on a high-acuity Ortho/Neuro Trauma medical-surgical unit. This role blends direct patient care with shift-based leadership responsibilities, ensuring safe staffing, clinical excellence, and effective coordination of care. Candidates must be comfortable working in a 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio and serving as a visible clinical leader on nights.

• Coordinate and oversee unit operations during the assigned shift
• Provide charge nurse leadership while maintaining a patient assignment
• Ensure high-quality, patient-centered nursing care and efficient throughput
• Support admissions, transfers, and discharges to optimize patient flow
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for nursing staff
• Assist with staff scheduling and daily labor management
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and service recovery initiatives
• Support onboarding, training, and performance management of nursing staff
• Ensure compliance with clinical policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Assist with supply management and inventory control

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state or compact)
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Strong, current acute care Medical-Surgical nursing experience
• Recent Charge Nurse experience in Med-Surg (strongly preferred), OR Minimum 2 years of recent Med-Surg staff RN experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – required within 30 days of hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – required within 30 days of hire
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-acuity trauma environment

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Prior experience in Ortho, Neuro, or Trauma-focused Med-Surg units
• Demonstrated interest in future nursing leadership or management roles

• Competitive base pay with night and weekend differentials
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and certification support
• Employee wellness, counseling, and financial planning resources
• Recognition and professional development programs

• Med-Surg Charge Nurses seeking a formal CNC/charge leadership role
• Experienced Med-Surg RNs ready to step into shift-based leadership
• Night-shift nurses who enjoy mentoring peers and managing unit flow
• Nurses interested in long-term advancement into Nurse Manager or Director roles

Keywords

RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator, CNC RN, Charge Nurse Med Surg, Ortho Trauma RN, Neuro Trauma Nurse, Night Shift RN, Acute Care Nursing Leadership