Nursing Clinical Practice Leader — Quality & Change Agent

Trinity Health; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Employer 401(k) match

Job summary

The Clinical Practice Leader (CPL) at Trinity Health Livingston Hospital ICU/PCU will lead nursing practice and quality initiatives in a 40-bed high-acuity unit, driving safety and outcomes for patients and colleagues.

As a change agent, the CPL translates evidence into practice, leads unit governance, mentors staff, partners with physicians, and supports residency programs to advance clinical excellence and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Master’s of Science in Nursing required (Clinical, Education or Administration).
• 3–5 years acute care nursing with leadership or staff education experience.
• Current RN licensure in Michigan (state).

Responsibilities

• Perform holistic assessments and develop care plans with the care team.
• Consult on complex patient care issues and document progress in the EMR.
• Prepare patients and families for care across the continuum, prioritizing high-risk cases.
• Demonstrate critical thinking to synthesize data for optimal outcomes.
• Apply evidence-based practice to improve patient care outcomes.
• Lead unit leadership activities and participate in daily quality huddles.
• Coach staff and reinforce nursing practice expectations.
• Lead shared governance initiatives and identify resources to improve care while reducing waste.
• Drive unit-level quality improvement and root cause analysis for safety.
• Support professional development and residency program initiatives for nursing staff.

Skills

Holistic patient assessments

Clinical leadership

Staff coaching

Quality improvement

Education

Master’s of Science in Nursing (Clinical, Education, Administration)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EMR)

Job description

The Clinical Practice Leader (CPL) at Trinity Health Livingston Hospital ICU/PCU will lead nursing practice and quality initiatives in a 40-bed high-acuity unit, driving safety and outcomes for patients and colleagues.

As a change agent, the CPL translates evidence into practice, leads unit governance, mentors staff, partners with physicians, and supports residency programs to advance clinical excellence and cost efficiency.