Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Henry Ford Health; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Southfield, MI is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead the coordination and delivery of high-quality, compassionate ED care. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while communicating effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team. BSN preferred with graduation from an accredited nursing program.

Current Michigan RN license and BCLS certification required. The role requires 12-hour shifts, weekend rotation, and a collaborative team culture focused on

Qualifications

• Leadership in ED nursing
• Strong communication with patients and families
• Ability to use nursing process for care plans
• Clinical knowledge to manage high-acuity cases

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in coordinating ED patient care
• Use nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate
• Delegate, supervise, and document care
• Communicate pertinent patient/family information to the healthcare team
• Participate in finding and implementing solutions for variances from patient goals

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Nursing process

Clinical knowledge

Teamwork

Education

BSN preferred

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Michigan RN license

BCLS certification

Job description

Company 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 the Department

Our Emergency Department is aLevel II Trauma Centerserving a diverse and high-acuity patient population. Our team manages a fast-paced environment with a broad range of emergency conditions, including trauma, medical emergencies, behavioral health, and complex patients requiring rapid assessment and intervention.

SCHEDULE:

(2) - 12 Hour Shifts, start time will reflect either 11am - 1130pm or 3pm - 330pm, every third weekend and rotating holidays.

LOCATION:

Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital

Team Culture

We are committed to creating a culture ofteamwork, accountability, respect, and patient safety. We value nurses who support one another, communicate effectively, and are willing to step in to help their colleagues when the department is busy. Leadership maintains an open-door approach and encourages staff to share ideas, identify safety concerns, and participate in improving department processes.

We recognize staff contributions through peer recognition, leadership rounding, and opportunities to participate in shared governance and department improvement initiatives.

Role Overview

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality, compassionate patient care. You'll utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, while effectively communicating with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Your role is vital in ensuring patient goals are met and solutions are implemented when variances occur.

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

• Provide leadership in coordinating and delivering 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.

What We Offer

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

Qualifications

What You Will Need

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.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE REQUIRED:

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