Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is recruiting an Emergency Department RN for Henry Ford Medical Center – Sterling Heights, a full-service facility providing urgent and critical care across adult and pediatric populations. The role emphasizes rapid assessment, evidence-based nursing, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

You will deliver compassionate, safe patient care in a busy ED, participate in care planning, document accurately, and support quality and safety initiatives within a

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Strong clinical knowledge and analytical abilities to develop and implement effective nursing care plans.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
• Demonstrated ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients in a fast-paced emergency environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care using the nursing process to deliver quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency environment
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, medical history, and physical examinations to inform clinical decision-making
• Develop and execute effective nursing care plans that address patient needs and support positive health outcomes
• Delegate and supervise nursing tasks appropriately while maintaining accountability for all patient care activities
• Document patient care, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with hospital standards and regulatory requirements
• Communicate pertinent patient and family information clearly to the healthcare team to ensure coordinated, safe care delivery
• Identify and implement solutions for variances from established patient goals and care plans
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient safety and quality outcomes

Skills

RN licensure

BCLS

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate from an accredited nursing program

Job 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.

Job Description

Location:Henry Ford Medical Center - Sterling Heights3500 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310

Henry Ford Medical Center – Sterling Heights is a full-service medical center with providers specializing in adult and pediatric primary care, as well as allergy, cardiology, orthopedics, podiatry, pulmonary medicine, vascular surgery and sleep disorders. Other on-site services include laboratory, radiology and a pharmacy. Also offered at this site is a 24/7 emergency department and a walk-in clinic for non-emergency medical concerns.

Be prepared and know where to go for the best emergency care in metro Detroit and south central Michigan. With nine locations, we're ready to provide the care you need, fast. Our top priority is to take care of you and your family. Although the world has changed, our commitment to providing the safest care environment possible has never wavered. We make sure that in every emergency visit we provide care in a safe and secure environment. Henry Ford has earned many certifications for quality and safety in emergency care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care using the nursing process to deliver quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency environment
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, medical history, and physical examinations to inform clinical decision-making
• Develop and execute effective nursing care plans that address patient needs and support positive health outcomes
• Delegate and supervise nursing tasks appropriately while maintaining accountability for all patient care activities
• Document patient care, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with hospital standards and regulatory requirements
• Communicate pertinent patient and family information clearly to the healthcare team to ensure coordinated, safe care delivery
• Identify and implement solutions for variances from established patient goals and care plans
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient safety and quality outcomes

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Michigan State Board of Nursing
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Strong clinical knowledge and analytical abilities to develop and implement effective nursing care plans
• Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members
• Demonstrated ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients in a fast-paced emergency environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Minimum 1+ years of clinical experience in an Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit setting
• Experience with emergency nursing protocols and trauma care
• Advanced certification in emergency nursing (CEN) or critical care nursing (CCRN)