Registered Nurse Women and Newborns

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, MI seeks an experienced RN to provide compassionate inpatient care for women and newborns. You will assess patients, plan and implement care, educate families, and collaborate with the care team to improve outcomes.

The role requires at least 1 year of inpatient RN experience, a Michigan license, and BCLS certification. BSN preferred; ADN with BSN-in-progress is acceptable. Strong EHR and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; ADN acceptable if willing to enroll in BSN within 3 years and complete within 5 years.
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient RN experience.
• Current Michigan RN licensure.
• BCLS certification.
• Strong assessment and critical thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in documenting in EHR and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and develop care plans aligned with standards and goals.
• Provide direct patient care including meds, wound care, education, and family support in women's and newborn health.
• Delegate and supervise nursing tasks ensuring quality and protocol compliance.
• Document care accurately in the EHR and maintain confidentiality and compliance.
• Communicate with healthcare team, physicians, and staff about patient and family information.
• Identify variances in outcomes and participate in corrective actions.
• Maintain current knowledge in women's and newborn nursing through ongoing professional development.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

Education

BSN preferred

ADN with plan to BSN

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Schedule:

3-12 Hour Shifts from 6:30p-7a; Weekend and holiday requirement

Location:

Henry Ford Jackson

Provides compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to women and newborn patients while demonstrating clinical leadership and accountability for patient outcomes. Utilizes the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to develop and execute individualized care plans. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient and family outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patient conditions, identify nursing diagnoses, and develop comprehensive care plans aligned with clinical standards and patient goals
• Implement direct patient care, including medication administration, wound care, patient education, and family support specific to women's and newborn health
• Delegate and supervise nursing tasks appropriately, ensuring quality and compliance with established protocols
• Document patient care accurately and timely in the electronic health record, maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance
• Communicate pertinent patient and family information clearly to healthcare team members, physicians, and other clinical staff
• Identify variances from expected patient outcomes and actively participate in implementing corrective solutions
• Maintain current clinical knowledge in women's and newborn nursing through ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice

Qualifications:

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Candidates with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) must be willing to enroll in an accredited BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete the degree within 5 years of start date. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Minimum 1 year of inpatient RN experience in a clinical setting.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities
• Proficiency in developing and implementing individualized patient care plans
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare environment
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based nursing practice and professional development