Registered Nurse- Emergency Department-Regional Float

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Premium Pay Differential

Variety across units

Minimal Commitment

Retirement Benefits

Referral Bonuses

Top-Tier Health System

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, MI is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department Regional Float. You will provide direct care across units in a centralized float pool, rotating through multiple locations and shifts to meet staffing needs.

The role requires a nursing degree, current Michigan licensure, and 2 years of recent clinical nursing experience. Expect flexible scheduling, premium pay, and opportunities to expand skills across units within a leading health system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred; required graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• 2 years of recent clinical nursing experience in a related area.
• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing and active nursing license.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP/EFM or other required certifications as per unit requirements.
• Ability to float to multiple locations and adapt to diverse clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care across units with individualized nursing care plans.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and identify potential complications early.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team.
• Orient rapidly to different units and patient populations within the float pool.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and maintain safe patient care standards.
• Work assigned day and night shifts as scheduled.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Nursing practice

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Graduation from accredited nursing program

Job description

Registered Nurse- Emergency Department-Regional Float

• Part-time

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.

Location: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital

Shifts Available:Nights

***NEW PREMIUM*** 5% Market Pay Differential

Henry Ford Staffing Department Overview:

Henry Ford Staffing is a system-wide, flexible staffing solution that supports clinical operations across Henry Ford Health by connecting skilled healthcare professionals to areas where they are needed most. While rooted in nursing, the department also provides staffing support for Surgical Technologists, Emergency Room Technicians, Medical Assistants, and Patient Care Technicians, making it a vital partner in delivering high-quality patient care across the system.

As part of our centralized float pool, team members have the unique opportunity to work in a variety of clinical settings while gaining valuable, diverse experience. What sets Henry Ford Staffing apart is our personalized approach to placement—staff are assigned to units based on their experience, competencies, and availability, ensuring confidence, safety, and success in every assignment.

Our team plays a critical role in maintaining consistent, high-quality care by supporting units during call-ins, leaves of absence, fluctuations in patient census, and vacation coverage. This dynamic model not only strengthens operations but also allows staff to expand their skills, explore different specialties, and build a well-rounded clinical background.

Built around flexibility and work-life balance, Henry Ford Staffing empowers team members to take control of their schedules through self-scheduling and minimal commitment requirements. Whether seeking variety, increased flexibility, or opportunities for professional growth, team members can tailor their experience while remaining part of a nationally recognized healthcare system.

Why Choose Henry Ford Staffing?

• Flexible Scheduling– Work when it fits your life
• Premium Pay– Competitive, enhanced rates
• Variety with Purpose– Gain experience across multiple units and specialties with assignments tailored to your skills and expertise
• Minimal Commitment– More freedom, less rigidity
• Retirement Benefits– Employer match available
• Referral Bonuses– Get rewarded for referrals
• Top-Tier Health System– Be part of a nationally recognized organization

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse - Regional Float demonstrates advanced clinical expertise in managing complex nursing problems across diverse patient populations and clinical settings. This role requires the ability to rapidly assess and adapt to multiple units and patient care environments while maintaining exceptional standards of care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct patient care across units, utilizing clinical knowledge to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and identify potential complications or changes in patient condition before significant clinical deterioration occurs
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
• Demonstrate flexibility and clinical judgment by rapidly orienting to different units, patient populations, and care protocols within the float pool environment
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and clinical staff to support quality improvement initiatives and maintain safe patient care standards
• Work assigned day and night shifts as scheduled to meet organizational staffing needs

**QUALIFICATIONS:**

**Education & Experience:**

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (required)
• 2 yearsof recent clinical nursing experience in a related area of practice (required)
• Demonstrated level of performance in clinical nursing roles (required)
• Willingness to float to multiple locations and adapt to diverse clinical settings (required)

**Certifications & Licensures:**

• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing (required)
• Current BLS certification (required)
• Current ACLS certification (required)
• Current NRP, EFM, ENPC, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications where required (required)
• Current TB screening and required vaccinations (i.e., flu) (required)
• Advanced clinical knowledge and analytical abilities to formulate effective nursing care plans (required)
• Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services (required)
• Strong communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare team members (required)
• Clinical judgment and flexibility to rapidly orient to different units and patient populations (required)
• Ability to work assigned day and night shifts as scheduled (required)