Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health

Henry Ford Health; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus eligible

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for Behavioral Health to lead and coordinate compassionate care for patients in a dynamic hospital setting. You will use the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—to deliver, delegate, supervise, and document high-quality care that supports patient recovery and well-being.

The role emphasizes empathetic communication with patients and families, collaboration with the health care team, and advocacy to overcome barriers

Qualifications

• BSN preferred and graduation from an accredited school of nursing required.
• Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities to formulate effective nursing care plans.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services and communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Coordinate, delegate, supervise, and document care for behavioral health patients.
• Communicate with patients and families with genuine empathy and advocate for patients' needs.
• Be a problem-solver and collaborate with the healthcare team to address barriers to recovery.

Skills

Nursing care processes

Patient communication

Clinical assessment

Education

BSN preferred

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

General Summary:

Join a team of compassionate clinicians dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional behavioral health nursing. As a Registered Nurse in Behavioral Health, you'll be at the heart of patient recovery and mental wellness, providing visionary leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality, compassionate care. You'll harness the full power of the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to deliver, delegate, supervise, and document care that truly makes a difference. Your ability to communicate with genuine empathy and advocate fiercely for your patients and their families will be instrumental in building trust with the healthcare team. You'll be a problem-solver and champion for your patients, identifying barriers to recovery and championing solutions that move patients toward their goals and brighter futures.

Signing Bonus Eligible

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• BSN preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

Certifications/Licensures Required

• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
• Health care provider certification (BCLS).

Additional Information

36 hours nights