Registered Nurse - Clinical Decision Unit (Observation/Short Stay)

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

Job summary

Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Clinical Decision Unit (Observation/Short Stay). The role emphasizes RN autonomy, leadership in coordinating care, and strong collaboration with the care team.

Qualified candidates will have an accredited nursing degree, BSN program progression, and Michigan nursing licensure. Excellent communication and bedside assessment skills are essential for success in this fast-paced unit.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Enrollment in a BSN program within 3 years of hire.
• Completion of a BSN within 5 years of hire.
• Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities to formulate effective nursing care plans.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality patient care.
• Utilize nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation) to provide and document care.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to the health care team and participate in solving variances from patient goals.

Skills

RN autonomy

Communication skills

Clinical knowledge

Analytical abilities

Nursing care planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Enrollment in BSN within 3 years of hire

BSN within 5 years of hire

Current licensure by the Michigan State Board 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.

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.

Job Description

Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is a 412 bed, Level II Trauma, Magnet designated organization situated in South Central Michigan, perfectly surrounded by lush golf courses and beautiful lakes, conveniently 40 minutes west of Ann Arbor, 40 minutes south of Lansing, and 40 minutes east of Battle Creek.

Join The Clinical Decision Unit (Observation/Short Stay)

• 19 bed unit
• Fast-paced environment
• RN autonomy
• Excellent provider partnerships
• Self-scheduling

The Registered Nurse provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to provide, delegate, supervise and document care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to health care team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program within 3 years of hire
• Completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 5 years of hire
• 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

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Professional Certifications to support a culture of nursing excellence