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Registered Nurse- Surgical Services Operating Room
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$74,879 / year median in Michigan
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Future of Health:
Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.Job Description Location:
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Schedule:
This contingent position works 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and requires a minimum commitment of 36 worked hours during each 6-week scheduling period. Candidates must be willing to participate in the department's call rotation, which includes approximately 1-2 call shifts every 6 weeks, and participate in the holiday rotation, with a commitment of one holiday per year, either worked in-house or on-call.Unit Overview:
The Surgical Services Operating Room at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is a dynamic, team-focused environment featuring 12 operating rooms, including specialized cardiac, vascular hybrid, and urology suites. Nurses in this department provide care for a diverse patient population ranging from elective surgical cases to trauma and organ donation procedures. With a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, RN circulators play a critical role in coordinating patient care, maintaining patient safety, supporting sterile technique, and collaborating closely with surgeons, CRNAs, residents, and surgical technologists throughout each procedure. What truly sets our team apart is our culture of support, teamwork, and professional growth. Every case is a collaborative effort, and nurses are surrounded by experienced colleagues who are committed to helping one another succeed. Whether you're an experienced OR nurse or bring previous OR tech, anesthesia tech, or scrub experience, you'll find opportunities to expand your skills across multiple surgical specialties while benefiting from a structured orientation and strong team support. If you thrive in a dynamic environment that values critical thinking, anticipation, and teamwork, you'll find a rewarding career and a welcoming home in our Operating Room. Role Overview As a Registered Nurse at Henry Ford Health, you will lead the coordination and delivery of quality, compassionate 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. 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 quality, compassionate 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. Participate in finding and implementing solutions for variances from patient goals. What We Offer At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of collaboration, career growth, and mission-driven work. You'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, enabling you to thrive in your role and make a meaningful impact on patient care. Join Our Team Ready to make a difference? and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare. Qualifications Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing 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 Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing Health care provider certification (BCLS) Minimum of 1.5-2 years of operating room circulating experience required for contingent positions Trauma Level I or Level II experience required Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Additional perioperative nursing certifications Experience in high-acuity surgical environmentsBenefits
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