Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

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

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, Michigan, seeks a Registered Nurse to join the Emergency Department. You will lead the coordination of patient care using the nursing process and collaborate with the healthcare team to deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

You will delegate, document, and communicate care plans and patient progress while supporting professional growth in a Magnet-designated organization with strong community ties.

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 necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and delivery of compassionate, quality 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

Leadership

Nursing process

Communication

Clinical knowledge

Patient care

Education

BSN

BSN enrollment within 3 years

BSN completion within 5 years

Job description

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.

Job Description

About Henry Ford Jackson Hospital

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, 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. Here, you'll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living.

Role Overview

As a Registered Nurse at Henry Ford Health, you will provide leadership in coordinating and delivering compassionate, quality patient care. Using the nursing process, you'll assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients and their families. Your role is vital in ensuring effective communication with the healthcare team and finding solutions to meet patient goals, making a direct difference in patient outcomes and experiences.

Why join the Emergency Department at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital?

• Level II Trauma Designation with a diverse population
• Nursing led department with active Unit Based Council
• Excellent provider partnerships
• Specialty training with support for multiple certifications
• Great camaraderie
• Flexible scheduling options available

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 compassionate, quality 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.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of collaboration, growth, and mission-driven work. You'll have access to learning opportunities that empower you to advance your career while making a meaningful impact on patient care and community health.

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