OR Nurse - Surgical Services (Part-Time)

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Surgical Services Operating Room at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital. This part-time contingent role requires 36 hours across a 6-week schedule, with 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The RN will lead coordination of quality patient care, use the nursing process, and participate in call and holiday rotations. The unit boasts 12 ORs including cardiac and vascular suites, with a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed to practice by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
• 1.5-2 years operating room circulating experience required for contingent positions.
• Trauma Level I or Level II experience required.
• BSN preferred; ADN acceptable with commitment to pursue BSN within 5 years of start date.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and delivery of quality, compassionate patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Delegate, supervise, and document care and teaching for patients and families.
• Communicate pertinent patient/family information to the healthcare team.
• Participate in finding and implementing solutions for variances from patient goals.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

Critical thinking

Team coordination

OR experience

Education

BSN preferred

ADN acceptable if enrolling in BSN within 3 years

Michigan RN license

Job description

Registered Nurse- Surgical Services Operating Room

• Part-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.

Location: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital

Schedule: This contingent position works 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and requires a minimum commitment of 36 worked hours during each 6-week scheduling period. Candidates must be willing to participate in the department's call rotation, which includes approximately 1-2 call shifts every 6 weeks, and participate in the holiday rotation, with a commitment of one holiday per year, either worked in-house or on-call.

Unit Overview:

The Surgical Services Operating Room at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is a dynamic, team-focused environment featuring 12 operating rooms, including specialized cardiac, vascular hybrid, and urology suites. Nurses in this department provide care for a diverse patient population ranging from elective surgical cases to trauma and organ donation procedures. With a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, RN circulators play a critical role in coordinating patient care, maintaining patient safety, supporting sterile technique, and collaborating closely with surgeons, CRNAs, residents, and surgical technologists throughout each procedure.

What truly sets our team apart is our culture of support, teamwork, and professional growth. Every case is a collaborative effort, and nurses are surrounded by experienced colleagues who are committed to helping one another succeed. Whether you're an experienced OR nurse or bring previous OR tech, anesthesia tech, or scrub experience, you'll find opportunities to expand your skills across multiple surgical specialties while benefiting from a structured orientation and strong team support. If you thrive in a dynamic environment that values critical thinking, anticipation, and teamwork, you'll find a rewarding career and a welcoming home in our Operating Room.

Role Overview

As a Registered Nurse at Henry Ford Health, you will lead the coordination and delivery of quality, compassionate patient care. You'll utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, ensuring patients and their families receive the support they need. Your role is vital in fostering effective communication within the healthcare team and driving solutions to meet patient goals.

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 the coordination and delivery of quality, compassionate patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Delegate, supervise, and document care and teaching for patients and their families.
• Communicate pertinent patient/family information to the healthcare team.
• Participate in finding and implementing solutions for variances from patient goals.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of collaboration, career growth, and mission-driven work. You'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, enabling you to thrive in your role and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Candidates with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) must be willing to enroll in an accredited BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete the degree within 5 years of start date
• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing
• Minimum of 1.5-2 years of operating room circulating experience required for contingent positions
• Trauma Level I or Level II experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Additional perioperative nursing certifications
• Experience in high-acuity surgical environments

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