Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit

Henry Ford Health; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to lead the Progressive Care Unit team. You will use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans, guiding your team and communicating with patients and families to support recovery.

You will collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care, document outcomes, and educate patients on treatments and self-care to promote lasting health improvements.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred and licensed RN in Michigan.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Ability to deliver evidence-based nursing care and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and develop evidence-based care plans.
• Lead and delegate nursing activities while supervising care.
• Communicate with patients, families, and care teams for coordinated care.
• Document interventions and outcomes for continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and self-care.
• Identify variances and implement solutions to improve care and satisfaction.
• Demonstrate clinical leadership and commitment to quality improvement.

Skills

BSN preferred

RN licensure

Care planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Company 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

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

Qualifications

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)