Nursing Administrator - Patient Care Services

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health Jackson campus seeks a Nursing Administrator for Patient Care to lead nursing practice and operations across service lines, developing policies and quality programs. Your role will align with Henry Ford Health's strategic goals and regulatory standards to drive excellence in patient care.

You will collaborate with physicians, hospital leaders, and care teams to ensure compliance and superior outcomes, while fostering a culture of safety, continuous learning, and teamwork across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent to obtain/maintain MI RN license.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Business Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical RN experience.
• Three to five years of progressive clinical leadership experience.
• Current license to practice in the State of Michigan as an RN.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing practice and operations for a service line or related functional areas within patient care services.
• Develop and implement policies to meet professional regulatory and system requirements.
• Create and enhance patient care systems and collaborative practice initiatives.
• Implement quality improvement and safety programs aligned with system strategic initiatives.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with medical groups, hospital leaders, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Policy development

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing/Business Management

Michigan RN license / advanced practice nursing eligibility

Job description

Nursing Administrator - Patient Care Services

• Full-time

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere. Here, you'll have the opportunity to serve patients in a supportive environment, providing high-quality care while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living. Be part of a team that values collaboration, excellence, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

Role Overview

As a Nursing Administrator for Patient Care, you will lead and oversee nursing practice and operations for a service line or multiple functional areas within patient care services. Your role is critical in developing and implementing policies, patient care systems, and quality improvement initiatives that align with Henry Ford Health's strategic goals. You'll collaborate with medical groups, hospital leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure exceptional care delivery and regulatory compliance.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Lead nursing practice and operations for a service line or related functional areas within patient care services.
• Develop and implement policies to meet professional regulatory and system requirements.
• Create and enhance patient care systems and collaborative practice initiatives.
• Implement quality improvement and safety programs aligned with system strategic initiatives.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with medical groups, hospital leaders, and other stakeholders.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you'll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with top healthcare professionals, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a lasting impact on patient care and community health.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or completion of other formal nursing education necessary to obtain/maintain an advanced practice nursing MI license (mid-wife, CRNA, CNS, or Nurse Practitioner).
• Master's degree in Nursing, Business Management, or other related field.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience as an RN.
• Three to five years of progressive clinical leadership experience.
• Current license to practice in the State of Michigan as a Registered Nurse.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in policy development and implementation within healthcare settings.
• Proven track record in leading quality improvement and safety programs.