The James Island ER Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN at HCA Healthcare is a key clinical leader responsible for coordinating high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced emergency room environment. Based within HCA Healthcare’s Healthcare & Medical Services department, this role combines advanced emergency nursing practice with frontline leadership to support patients, families, and clinical teams during some of their most critical moments.
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN provides hands-on care to emergency patients of all ages, performing rapid assessments, triage, and stabilization for a wide range of acute and complex conditions. This nurse administers medications, initiates IV therapies, assists with diagnostic procedures, and closely monitors patients in accordance with evidence-based emergency care standards and HCA Healthcare protocols. Working in collaboration with emergency physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members, the coordinator helps develop and implement individualized care plans that prioritize safety, quality, and timely treatment.
In addition to direct patient care, the James Island ER Clinical Nurse Coordinator assumes a visible leadership role on each shift, often functioning as charge nurse. The coordinator oversees daily clinical operations, including patient flow, room assignments, and real-time resource allocation to support fluctuating emergency room volumes. This role contributes to staffing decisions, supports staff scheduling, and serves as a clinical resource for nurses and support staff, helping to resolve complex clinical issues and promoting sound clinical judgment under pressure.
Aligned with HCA Healthcare’s culture of compassion, teamwork, and learning, the Clinical Nurse Coordinator plays a central role in mentoring and developing the emergency nursing team. The nurse supports onboarding and orientation of new staff, provides coaching at the bedside, and fosters an environment of continuous learning and professional growth. The coordinator actively encourages collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect, helping to maintain a positive, resilient, and supportive work environment.
The James Island ER Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN is also engaged in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. This includes helping track and improve key emergency department performance metrics, such as door-to-provider times, throughput, sepsis and stroke protocols, and adherence to evidence-based bundles. The coordinator promotes accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards, and compliance with infection prevention and safety policies.
Within HCA Healthcare’s broader mission, this role offers meaningful opportunities to influence patient outcomes and the overall emergency care experience. The Clinical Nurse Coordinator advocates for patients and families, ensuring they receive clear communication, compassionate support, and education about their conditions and care plans. By modeling integrity, accountability, and patient-centered care, the coordinator upholds HCA Healthcare’s commitment to making a positive impact on the healthcare communities it serves.
HCA Healthcare provides a supportive environment where the James Island ER Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN can continue to grow professionally through access to robust education, leadership development, and diverse career pathways. As part of a leading healthcare organization with hospitals and facilities across the United States and the United Kingdom, this position offers the chance to build a long-term career while contributing directly to high-quality emergency care and the well-being of the local community.
This is an on-site, full-time role in a demanding but rewarding emergency room setting, ideal for an experienced emergency nurse who is ready to take on expanded leadership responsibilities while maintaining a strong connection to direct patient care.
