Registered Nurse - PACU - Recovery

Henry Ford Health; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Saint Clair Shores, MI is seeking a nurse to lead coordination and delivery of high-quality patient care. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, while effectively communicating with the health care team.

Requirements include BSN preferred, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and current Michigan licensure. BLS required within 30 days of hire. Prior recovery/ICU/ED experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities to formulate effective nursing care plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver quality compassionate patient care using nursing process.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to health care team.
• Document care and teaching of patients and families.

Skills

BSN preferred

Clinical nursing knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

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

Schedule: Contingent, flexes with the surgical volume. Monday through Friday no weekends no holidays no call. Start time varies depending on OR schedule.

Location:Henry Ford Surgery Center-St. Clair Shores located at21000 E 12 Mile Rd Saint Clair Shores,MI48081

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to provide, delegate, supervise and document care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to health care team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions.

Qualifications

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.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Additional Information

Required experience: Recovery, ICU, or ED.Recovery Room experience preferred.