Job Title: Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) – Ortho/Neuro Trauma
Department: Med-Surg (Orthopedic/Neuro Trauma Unit)
Location: Kansas City, MO
Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Rotating Weekends
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1
Employment Type: Full-Time
A hospital and Level I Trauma Center located in Kansas City, MO is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) for its Ortho/Neuro Trauma Med-Surg unit.
The hospital provides comprehensive medical services including emergency care, stroke services, cardiovascular programs, women’s health, orthopedics, and specialty trauma care. The facility is part of a well-established multi-hospital healthcare system serving the Kansas City metropolitan area.
The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) ensures and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care while coordinating all clinical and operational functions within the unit during the designated shift.
In collaboration with the leadership team, the CNC directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures. This role serves as a clinical resource for staff and supports a patient-first philosophy to enhance both clinical outcomes and overall departmental performance.
Assist with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient patient throughput.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing assessment of patient care services.
Collaborate with leadership and subject matter experts to promote teamwork and improved outcomes.
Support patient satisfaction initiatives and service recovery when necessary.
Promote staff engagement strategies including employee rounding and hourly patient rounds.
Provide input on interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and training of new staff.
Support staff development, conflict resolution, performance evaluations, and policy compliance.
Assist with staff scheduling and manage labor resources according to patient care needs.
Support inventory control and management of supplies and equipment.
Ensure compliance with hospital standards, regulatory requirements, and clinical best practices.
Strong current acute care Med-Surg experience required.
Preferred: Previous experience as a Charge RN in an acute care Med-Surg unit
OR
Minimum of 2 years recent experience as a staff RN in Med-Surg.
Experience must be recent and actively practiced.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (RN Diploma required).
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Active RN license in Missouri or compact license eligibility.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) – Required within 30 days of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Required within 30 days of hire.
Participation in professional nursing organizations encouraged.
Salary Range: $35.65 – $47.64 per hour
(Maximum range considered for candidates with approximately 18 years of experience)
Additional Benefits May Include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Prescription drug and behavioral health coverage
401(k) with employer match
Employee stock purchase program
Tuition assistance and certification support
Paid time off and paid family leave
Disability coverage and supplemental insurance options
Employee assistance programs (emotional, financial, legal support)
Wellness resources and telemedicine services
Relocation assistance (case-by-case basis)
Sign-on bonus (case-by-case basis)
For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.