Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health's Progressive Care Unit is seeking a Part-time Registered Nurse to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care on the unit. The role involves assessment, developing care plans, leading nursing activities, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.

BSN preferred; Michigan licensure and BLS required. You will educate patients and families, document care, and contribute to continuous improvement in a dynamic hospital

Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Ability to translate clinical knowledge into evidence-based nursing care plans
• Proficiency in communicating with patients, families, and healthcare staff

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and develop comprehensive nursing care plans
• Lead and delegate nursing activities with direct supervision
• Communicate with patients, families, and team to coordinate care
• Document care, interventions, and outcomes accurately
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and self-care
• Identify variances from expected outcomes and adjust care accordingly
• Demonstrate clinical leadership and commitment to improvement

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Leadership

Education

BSN preferred

Accredited nursing program graduate

Evidence-based practice

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit

• 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.

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional, compassionate patient care on the Progressive Care Unit. You'll leverage the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to craft individualized care plans, guide your team, and drive meaningful patient outcomes. Partner with the healthcare team to communicate critical patient and family information, champion solutions that keep patients on track with their goals, and ensure every intervention makes a real difference in patient recovery and satisfaction.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess patient conditions and develop comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care plans that address individual patient needs and goals
• Lead and delegate nursing care activities while providing direct supervision to ensure quality standards and best practices are consistently met
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to coordinate seamless, collaborative care
• Document patient care, interventions, and outcomes accurately and thoroughly to maintain continuity and accountability
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, self-care strategies, and health maintenance to empower informed decision-making
• Identify variances from expected patient outcomes and proactively implement solutions to optimize care delivery and patient satisfaction
• Demonstrate clinical leadership by modeling compassionate care, professional excellence, and commitment to continuous improvement

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Clinical knowledge and analytical capabilities sufficient to formulate evidence-based nursing care plans
• Demonstrated ability to deliver a comprehensive range of professional nursing services
• Proficiency in communicating with patients, families, and healthcare personnel

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Current, valid licensure from the Michigan State Board of Nursing
• Current Health Care Provider Certification (BLS)