Registered Nurse RN - Rapid Response SWAT

Trinity Health; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Retirement savings plan with employer

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Trinity Health Livingston Hospital in Brighton, MI seeks a Registered Nurse to join the Rapid Response / SWAT Team on the night shift. This full-time, 36-hour per week position operates on a .9 FTE schedule with weekend/holiday rotations.

The RRT/SWAT RN evaluates deteriorating patients, stabilizes them per policy, documents in Epic, manages IV therapy and vascular access, and collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and care managers to coordinate higher-level care.

Qualifications

• Current Michigan nursing license.
• BSN degree or agreement to obtain BSN within five years from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Admissions: Enter admission orders and profile in the system.
• Documentation: Document in Epic and other forms.
• IV Therapy: Assess and manage IV access and issues.
• Vascular Access: Access ports and PICC lines as needed.
• Rapid Response: Evaluate, stabilize, and monitor patients during emergencies.
• Communication: Relay information to physicians and care team.
• Education: Educate staff on Rapid Response policies and procedures.
• Care Coordination: Coordinate complex medical care.
• Patient Transfer: Assist transfers to higher levels of care.
• Collaboration: Communicate with physicians, nurses, nutritionists, pharmacy, and case managers.
• Patient Experience: Prioritize patient experience in care delivery.
• Knowledge: Maintain competency for critical care and rapid response functions.

Skills

Nursing Expertise

Critical Care

Rapid Response

Education

BSN degree or admission to BSN within 5 years

Tools

Epic

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

• Registered Nurse opportunity at Trinity Health Livingston (Brighton, MI) as a member of the Rapid Response / SWAT Team.

• The RRT / SWAT RN evaluates and responds to patients with clinical deterioration in accordance with established policies and procedures. Supports patient stabilization and the delivery of medical care as directed by the medical staff and hospital standards.

• Opened in 2026, Trinity Health Livingston Hospital is a modern acute care facility in Brighton that provides advanced inpatient services, including critical care and ICU capabilities, to patients throughout Livingston County and surrounding communities.

• Full-Time benefited position. Scheduled 12 hour night shift (.9 FTE / 36 hours per week) with a weekend and holiday rotation.

MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensure: Current Michigan Nursing License

• Education: Graduation from accredited nursing program (Effective January 1, 2013, all new hires must have a BSN degree or must agree in writing to obtain their BSN within five (5) years from date of hire.)

• Training and Experience: Two or more years recent varied nursing experience may include ICU, Critical Care and Emergency units.

• Certification: Current BLS and ACLS completion.

• Job Knowledge: Expertise in peripheral IV placement and able to assess appropriate critical events in patients that meet Rapid Response criteria.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Admissions – Enter and initiate admission orders and admission profile.

• Documentation – Document in Epic and other supplemental electronic/paper forms.

• IV Therapy – Assess, insert and monitor IV issues as consulted.

• Vascular Access – Evaluate, access and perform dressing changes for ports and PICC lines as consulted.

• Rapid Response – Evaluate, assess, stabilize, and monitor patient’s condition during an acute medical emergency, on Inpatient Medical/Surgical units, Behavior Medicine and Women's Center, etc.

• Communication – Organize information to be communicated to the patient's physician.

• Education – Educates and support staff in regard to Rapid Response Team policy and procedure.

• Care Coordination – Coordinates complex medical care.

• Patient Transfer – Assist with patient transfer to a higher level of care.

• Collaboration – Demonstrates excellent communication skills with colleagues including, but not limited to, physicians, nurses, clinical nutritionists, pharmacy, and case managers.

• Patient Experience – Keeps patient experience a priority when providing care.

• Knowledge – Maintains clinical knowledge and competency necessary to support critical care and rapid response functions.

POSITION BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.

• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

• Retirement savings plan with employer match.

• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

• Tuition Reimbursement

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.