Registered Nurse: Medical Surgical: Post-Surgical/Ortho - Contingent

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

About the Department

5 South: Medical Surgical: Post-Surgical/Ortho Unit

• Specialty Unit with appreciative population
• Skilled staff with specialty population
• Quality metrics that exceed targets
• High team engagement with family like atmosphere
• Self-scheduling

Join our dedicated team at the Henry Ford Health Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you'll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living.

Role Overview

As an RN- Contingent, you will lead the coordination and delivery of compassionate, quality patient care. You'll utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, ensuring patients and their families receive the support they need. Your role is vital in fostering effective communication within the healthcare team and driving solutions to meet patient goals.

Contingent Option 1:

• Unit-based contingent that reports directly to the Unit Manager/Unit Director
• Required Hours: 36 hours per 6-week schedule
• Holiday: 1 summer / 1 winter
• Weekend: 12 hours per 6-week schedule
• Hard to Fill Days: 1 annually
• Shift of greatest need

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Lead the coordination and delivery of compassionate, quality patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Delegate, supervise, and document care and teaching for patients and their families.
• Communicate pertinent patient/family information to the healthcare team.
• Identify and implement solutions for variances from patient goals.

 

What You Will Need
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program within 3 years of hire
Completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within 5 years of hire 
Previous 1-2 years recent related clinical nursing experience and a demonstrated level of performance and practice required

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Current Licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you'll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to engage in mission-driven work that truly makes a difference. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to thrive in your role and contribute to our shared success.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare.