Registered Nurse- Michigan Spine and Brain Surgeons

Nysurgeon; Michigan; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, MI, is seeking a qualified Ambulatory RN to lead coordination and delivery of patient care in an outpatient spine program clinic. This role emphasizes education, pre/postoperative care, and collaboration with surgeons in a fast-paced setting.

You will assess patients, prepare for procedures, monitor labs, support medication management, and communicate via MyChart; licensure in Michigan and BLS/ACLS required; nursing orientation completed.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BLS or ACLS certification per Henry Ford Health policy.
• Successful completion of Henry Ford Ambulatory orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in coordinating and delivering quality, compassionate patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care and education.
• Delegate, supervise, and document nursing care and teaching for patients and families.
• Effectively communicate with the health care team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Demonstrate and maintain clinical competence in your area of specialty.

Education

Nursing degree

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

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

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends or holidays.

Michigan Spine and Brain Surgeons is a high-volume neurosurgery and spine specialty practice with multiple clinic locations throughout Southeast Michigan. The practice supports multiple clinic locations, with the majority of patient activity based in Southfield and Novi. The team currently consists of seven providers, with continued growth anticipated. The practice is focused on delivering specialized spine and neurosurgical care and performs a significant volume of minimally invasive spine procedures.

The Ambulatory RN role is a newly established position designed to enhance patient care coordination, clinical support, and surgical navigation throughout the patient journey. This clinic-based role differs from traditional bedside nursing and is ideal for nurses who enjoy patient education, care coordination, and working closely with surgeons in an outpatient setting.

A primary responsibility of the RN is supporting patients participating in the spine program, including preoperative and postoperative care management. Duties include patient education, surgical preparation, monitoring laboratory requirements, assisting with postoperative medication management, and providing ongoing support through MyChart messages, prescription inquiries, wound concerns, and surgery-related questions. The RN will also ensure that patient concerns are addressed appropriately and escalated to providers when necessary.

In addition, the RN plays a key role in the surgical authorization process by preparing detailed clinical summaries that support the medical necessity of surgical procedures. This work is critical to ensuring timely approvals and continuity of patient care.

About the Department

Join the esteemed Providence Hospitals, a respected network within Henry Ford Health, serving communities across Oakland County. Our hospitals offer advanced specialty care with deep local roots, combining the strength of a leading health system with convenient suburban locations, excellent amenities, and strong community connections. Be part of a team that delivers compassionate, high‑quality care while fostering meaningful relationships with patients and families.

Role Overview

As an RN‑Ambulatory, 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 for patients and their families. This role supports the health care team and ensures clinical competence, working independently and collaboratively as needed.

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 and education.
• Delegate, supervise, and document nursing care and teaching for patients and families.
• Effectively communicate with the health care team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Demonstrate and maintain clinical competence in your area of specialty.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BLS or ACLS certification per Henry Ford Health policy.
• Successful completion of Henry Ford Ambulatory orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Experience in the specialty area.
• 1+ year of RN experience with a preference for neurosurgery, surgical specialty, or Neuro ICU experience; ambulatory experience not required.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster career growth through collaborative opportunities, mission‑driven work, and continuous learning. Join a team where your contributions make a meaningful impact every day.