Night Shift ED Nurse: Patient Flow Coordinator

Wellstar Health System; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department to coordinate patient flow during the night shift (7 pm–7 am). The role focuses on maximizing throughput, safety, and patient experience in a high‑volume ED setting in Georgia.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license with an associate degree (bachelor's preferred) and BLS/ACLS certifications. Strong communication and team leadership are essential to coordinate care across ED staff and related departments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing is required.
• RN license is required.
• BLS certification through AHA is required.
• ACLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure care is delivered with respect to patient rights, preferences and expectations.
• Provide staff performance feedback to ED leadership related to patient flow, safety, and professional standards.
• Maintain oversight of ED patient flow through rounding and monitoring the triage area, waiting rooms, and rooms.
• Coordinate patient placement and throughput between Bed Management, ED providers, nursing, and ancillary teams to ensure timely care.
• Lead and organize staff engagement to achieve department outcomes and assist with policy and process improvements.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Self-starter

Vital signs (manual)

Desktop computer

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department to coordinate patient flow during the night shift (7 pm–7 am). The role focuses on maximizing throughput, safety, and patient experience in a high‑volume ED setting in Georgia.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license with an associate degree (bachelor's preferred) and BLS/ACLS certifications. Strong communication and team leadership are essential to coordinate care across ED staff and related departments.