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Posted 25 July, 2026

Clinical Nurse Coordinator - FT - Day - Acute Care

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital
Highlands, NC, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for a position that aligns with your passion for patient care while accommodating your lifestyle? At our organization, you will discover clear pathways for career advancement, supported by an exceptional nationwide transfer policy that allows you to grow when it suits you best. With access to mentorship, clinical education programs, professional certification assistance, and educational support, you will have all the tools necessary to build a fulfilling career.

Job Overview and Qualifications

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-focused care and overseeing all unit/department functions during their assigned shift. Working alongside other management team members, the CNC directs, monitors, and assesses nursing care in line with established policies and procedures. They also serve as a resource for staff and exemplify a commitment to the organization’s vision, mission, and values, thereby enhancing patient experiences and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental success.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Facilitates admission and discharge processes to promote efficient patient flow and high-quality, patient-centered care.
  • Engages in the continuous evaluation of patient care quality within the unit, collaborating with other management team members.
  • Works with subject matter experts and fellow managers to foster a collaborative environment that enhances outcomes and service quality.
  • Embraces a patient-first philosophy and participates in service recovery when necessary.
  • Contributes to improving staff engagement by implementing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding and hourly check-ins.
  • Provides input on interviewing, hiring, and training new staff. Recommends and executes actions related to training, conflict resolution, personnel policy adherence, performance evaluations, and disciplinary measures to ensure a competitive organization.
  • Assists with staff scheduling and manages labor aspects in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity standards.
  • Ensures effective inventory management and assists in overseeing supplies and equipment.

Qualifications Required:

  • Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a relevant role.
  • Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
  • Licensure: Must hold a current registered nurse license in the state(s) of practice or possess an active compact license as per regulations. Current licensure with the state nursing board is required. eNLC (Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact) license may apply; candidates should verify with the state board.
  • Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.
Benefits

Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, lifestyle, career, and retirement of our team members. Available plans and programs include:

  • Extensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
  • Wellbeing resources, including complimentary counseling and referral services.
  • Time-off programs encompassing paid time off, family leave, and both short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Retirement and savings options, featuring a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (depending on years of service), an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and financial wellbeing counseling.
  • Educational support through tuition assistance, student loan help, certification aid, dependent scholarships, and partnerships with nursing colleges.
  • Additional benefits for family planning, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health plans, auto and home insurance, legal support, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our organization is a community hospital serving the surrounding counties, providing 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient services, rehabilitation, and long-term care. We have a total of 24 acute care beds and 80 beds in our long-term care facility. Ambulatory services, including therapy and primary care, are also available.

We have been recognized multiple times as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute. In recent years, we have invested significantly in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

“Nurses are vital to healthcare delivery and form its foundation. We are dedicated to providing nurses with the necessary tools and resources to deliver outstanding patient care, advocate for the profession, and support the future of nursing.”

Join a supportive family that values every stage of your career! We are currently seeking candidates for the Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Full-Time - Day - Acute Care position. Apply today, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.