Emergency Department RN Team Lead - Night Shift 7pm-7am

Coryell Health; Gatesville (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Coryell Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) – ED Night Shift Team Lead to join our Emergency Department. This leadership role supports the ED team during the 7 PM–7 AM shift, providing safe, compassionate patient care and serving as a clinical resource.

The ED Night Shift Team Lead coordinates patient flow and assignments, mentors staff, maintains department operations, and collaborates with physicians and EMS to deliver timely emergency services.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Texas.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required or obtainable within required timeframe.
• Emergency Department nursing experience preferred.
• Leadership or charge nurse/leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, compassionate nursing care to ED patients.
• Serve as clinical leader for the ED nursing team during 7 PM–7 AM shift.
• Assist with staff assignments and coordinating patient care.
• Support efficient patient flow and timely emergency services.
• Assist with high-acuity patients and complex cases.
• Promote adherence to hospital policies and patient safety standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, EMS, and other departments.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

RN license TX

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Brief Description

Coryell Health is seeking an experienced and dependable

Brief Description

Coryell Health is seeking an experienced and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) – ED Night Shift Team Lead to join our Emergency Department team. This leadership role is responsible for supporting the ED team during the night shift while providing exceptional, safe, and compassionate patient care. The ED Night Shift Team Lead serves as a clinical resource for nursing staff, helps coordinate patient flow and assignments, and assists with maintaining efficient department operations throughout the shift. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ED nurse who enjoys leading others and making a meaningful difference in patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct, compassionate nursing care to emergency department patients.
• Serve as the clinical leader and resource for the ED nursing team during the 7 PM–7 AM shift.
• Assist with assigning staff and coordinating patient care based on patient needs and staff competencies.
• Support efficient patient flow and timely delivery of emergency services.
• Assist nurses and other clinical staff with complex or high-acuity patients.
• Promote adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and patient safety standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, EMS, ancillary departments, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Assist with managing unexpected situations, changes in patient condition, and department priorities.
• Help ensure accurate documentation and effective communication between shifts.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and support to ED staff.
• Assist with maintaining a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and departmental goals.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS certification required or obtainable within required timeframe.
• Previous Emergency Department nursing experience strongly preferred.
• Previous charge nurse, team lead, or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork.

Summary

Build Your Future in Healthcare with Coryell Health! Be part of something meaningful. At Coryell Health, you’ll join a supportive, close-knit team dedicated to improving the lives of people in your community. Every day is an opportunity to bring care, comfort, and positive change to friends, families, and neighbors. Since 1940, Coryell Health has proudly served as a community-owned healthcare provider, delivering high-quality, comprehensive services all in one place. Our commitment to excellence is matched by our investment in our team. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement to support your growth.