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Job Summary

The Adult ED is a level one trauma center with 90 rooms capable of cardiac monitoring, including 5 resuscitation bays. The Emergency Critical Care Center (EC3), a 9-bed section of the Adult Emergency Department, offers specialized care for severely ill or injured adult emergency patients. Our Registered Nurses are capable of caring for patients who present with a variety of injuries or ailments, ranging from minor to life-threatening.  Patient priority is determined by using the Emergency Severity Index System.  Nursing staff will receive the specialized training necessary to care for patients within specific areas of our department, for example triage and resuscitation.  Documentation occurs for all patients in an electronic medical record.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day 2:1 Match on retirement savingsResponsibilities*Assists Emergency Department leadership in the planning and management of Emergency Department patient care services.Provides leadership in the practice of nursing, emphasizing quality patient care, education and research.Assists in coordinating patient care services consistent with Michigan Medicine mission and goals.Collaborative/consultative relationship with other health professionals and administrative personnel. Administrative and functional supervision is exercised over nursing and support staff as delegated by the Clinical Nursing Director.

Personnel Management: 

Plan, assign and supervise the work of nursing and support staff. Participate in interviewing, selecting and orienting nursing and support staff. Participate in the counseling, coaching, discipline, and evaluation of unit staff. Participate in the development, implementation and revision of individual performance plans. Facilitate open channels of communication with managers, peers, staff, and physicians. Coach and mentor Charge Nurses, Staff Nurses, members of the nursing leadership team and others. Anticipate and respond to staff issues and concerns.  Collaborate with Educational Nurse Coordinators and Clinical Nurse Specialist to implement competency-based education. Serve as a role model through the provision of direct patient care.

Clinical Practice: 

Maintain significant presence across all ED treatment areas rounding on patients, families and interfacing with staff to ensure patient care excellence. 

Management of Clinical Area: 

Participate in the development and implementation of Department goals and objectives. Participate in development of Department policy/procedure and standards of Nursing Care. Participate in planning and problem solving of daily Department operations, priorities of patient services, and urgent and emergent care. Identify and plan for staffing consistent with the needs of the patient population and budgetary requirements. Interpret and implement the Hospital and University policies and procedures and the standards of regulatory agencies. Participate in the monitoring of Department payroll and commodity expenditures. Provide input into the payroll and commodity budget planning process. Anticipate and respond to patient/family issues and concerns.

Quality Improvement and Research: 

Participate in planning, coordinating and evaluating unit quality improvement activities. Promote the integration of research findings into clinical practice by unit nursing staff. Promote staff involvement in clinical research. Use lean management principles to optimize department operations.Nursing Specific Info

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.

Required Qualifications*

Educational Requirement:
Applicant must meet ONE of the following:
*Bachelors degree in Nursing OR
*Associates degree or diploma in Nursing and a Masters degree in Nursing

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.Minimum of five (5) years RN experience.Minimum of two (2) years of recent (within the last five years) RN experience in an Adult Emergency Department.Nurse Leadership certification or completion of a nursing leadership certification within two (2) years of accepting this position. Certification is expected to be maintained while in this leadership role. Examples include Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) or, Nurse Executive (NE-BC). The nursing leadership certification must be recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC.) for the list, visit here .Demonstrated leadership ability/potential including charge nurse, team leader or other management experience. 

NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants): 
A complete and accurate resume must be attached to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*Previous Emergency Department supervisory experience.Masters prepared or Masters in processCertification in Emergency Nursing        PALS certification                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Evidence of ability to assess, interpret, and analyze clinical information independently and collaborativelyCurrent practice reflects creative problem solving, communication and critical thinking skills needed to effectively manage patient flow, staffing resources and competing priorities to promote patient safety, patient satisfaction and staff engagement.Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple disciplines in a manner that fosters team building and provides visionary direction for team members.Current ACLS certificationCurrent TNCC certification                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Critical Care Registered Nurse CertificationExperience working with Electronic Medical Record.Computer competency including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Consultative and teaching skills.Knowledge of the University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers policies and practices.Work Schedule

Hours/Week: 40 hours
Shift:  Weekdays, Monday-Friday, Afternoon Shift.  Rotating weekend and Holiday On Call required. 

Location: University Hospital, Adult Emergency Services-Level 1 Trauma Center

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days. 
This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

Selection Process

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Nursing, like the University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.   

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.