Charge Nurse - Emergency Department

Novant Health; Hardeeville (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage day1

Dental coverage day1

Vision coverage day1

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Charge Nurse for our Coastal Carolina Hospital ED team in South Carolina. Responsibilities include overseeing patient throughput, serving as clinical expert for bedside nurses, and ensuring smooth communication among ED staff, physicians, and EMS.

This role drives mentorship and team leadership in a high-acuity environment. The position requires an accredited nursing degree, SC RN licensure, BCLS/ACLS, and likely PALS; betweeen one year of clinical experience and a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• RN license active in South Carolina; BCLS and ACLS required; PALS recommended/required.
• If inactive >5 years, complete refresher course to reinstate license.
• One year of clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee real-time patient movement in ED from arrival to disposition.
• Serve as clinical resource and troubleshooter for bedside nurses.
• Facilitate clear communication among ED staff, physicians, specialists, and EMS.
• Mentor new nurses and support team members.

Skills

Clinical Experience

Nursing Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

2 Year / Associate Degree

4 Year / Bachelors Degree

Job description

What We Offer

Join the Coastal Carolina Hospital ED team as a Charge Nurse!

Our Emergency Department is a 16-bed unit that specializes in providing immediate medical care for patients with severe or urgent illnesses or injuries. It is equipped to handle a wide range of services, including initial assessment, treatment, stabilization, emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions and potentially admission to the hospital.

Location: Float to:

• Coastal Carolina Medical Center - 1000 Medical Center Dr, Hardeeville, SC 29927

• Tidewatch Freestanding ED - 349 Tidewatch Dr West, Bluffton, SC 29910

• Shift: Night shift - 7pm-7am - weekend and holiday rotation

• Status: Full Time

Why choose this role?

• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a competitive package including health, financial security, and generous paid time off to support your life inside and outside of work. Health, Dental, and Vision coverage starts day 1!

• A Culture of Belonging: Our inclusive environment is built on collaboration and empathy, where every team member is valued and feels like family.

• Career Growth: We invest in your future with clear pathways for internal advancement, professional development, and mentorship.

Come discover a career that offers more than a job. Find your purpose at Novant Health and help us deliver remarkable healthcare to our communities.

What You'll Do

• Oversee real-time patient movement and throughput from arrival to final disposition.
• Serve as the clinical resource and expert troubleshooter for bedside nurses.
• Facilitate clear communication between ED staff, attending physicians, specialists, and incoming EMS crews.
• Mentor new nurses and support team members.

What We're Looking For

• Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred.4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
• Experience: One year Clinical Experience, required
• Licensure/Certification: Current unrestricted RN license in the State of South Carolina, required. Current BCLS and ACLS certifications; PALS is recommended, required. Current PALS, preferred. Advanced certification in specialty field and/or participation in professional organization(s), preferred.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

189888