Registered Nurse-ICU-Regional Float

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description 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.Job Description Shifts Available:NightsContingent- 24 hours per monthHenry Ford Staffing Department Overview:(formerly BestChoice/MISS)Henry Ford Staffing is a system-wide, flexible staffing solution that supports clinical operations across Henry Ford Health by connecting skilled healthcare professionals to areas where they are needed most. While rooted in nursing, the department also provides staffing support for Surgical Technologists, Emergency Room Technicians, Medical Assistants, and Patient Care Technicians, making it a vital partner in delivering high-quality patient care across the system.As part of our centralized float pool, team members have the unique opportunity to work in a variety of clinical settings while gaining valuable, diverse experience. What sets Henry Ford Staffing apart is our personalized approach to placement—staff are assigned to units based on their experience, competencies, and availability, ensuring confidence, safety, and success in every assignment.Our team plays a critical role in maintaining consistent, high-quality care by supporting units during call-ins, leaves of absence, fluctuations in patient census, and vacation coverage. This dynamic model not only strengthens operations but also allows staff to expand their skills, explore different specialties, and build a well-rounded clinical background.Built around flexibility and work-life balance, Henry Ford Staffing empowers team members to take control of their schedules through self-scheduling and minimal commitment requirements. Whether seeking variety, increased flexibility, or opportunities for professional growth, team members can tailor their experience while remaining part of a nationally recognized healthcare system.Why Choose Henry Ford Staffing?·Flexible Scheduling– Work when it fits your life·Premium Pay– Competitive, enhanced rates·Variety with Purpose– Gain experience across multiple units and specialties with assignments tailored to your skills and expertise·Self-Scheduling– Easy, convenient online system·Minimal Commitment– More freedom, less rigidity·Retirement Benefits– Employer match available·Referral Bonuses– Get rewarded for referrals·Top-Tier Health System– Be part of a nationally recognized organizationUnder general supervision, the Registered Nurse-Regional Float demonstrates advanced clinical expertise in managing complex nursing problems across diverse patient populations and clinical settings. This role requires the ability to rapidly assess and adapt to multiple units and patient care environments while maintaining exceptional standards of care.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide direct patient care across units, utilizing clinical knowledge to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plansPerform comprehensive patient assessments and identify potential complications or changes in patient condition before significant clinical deterioration occursExecute a wide range of professional nursing interventions including medication administration, wound care, patient education, and post-operative careCommunicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure coordinated, patient-centered careDemonstrate flexibility and clinical judgment by rapidly orienting to different units, patient populations, and care protocols within the float pool environmentMaintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory and organizational standardsCollaborate with nursing leadership and clinical staff to support quality improvement initiatives and maintain safe patient care standardsWork assigned day and night shifts as scheduled to meet organizational staffing needsQualifications **QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:**Graduation from an accredited school of nursingBachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)3 years of recent related clinical nursing experience in an ICUsettingsDemonstrated level of performance in direct patient careWillingness to float to multiple locations and adapt to diverse clinical environments**CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:**Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of NursingCurrent BLS (Basic Life Support)Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)Current TB screening and required vaccinations (e.g., flu)**CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:**Advanced clinical expertise in managing complex nursing problems across diverse patient populationsStrong analytical abilities to formulate effective, individualized nursing care plansAbility to perform comprehensive patient assessments and identify potential complicationsProficiency in a wide variety of professional nursing interventions (medication administration, wound care, patient education, post-operative care)Ability to identify patient problems prior to explicit changes in patient-specific data collection (vital signs, clinical indicators)Clinical judgment and flexibility to rapidly orient to different units and care protocols**SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:**Effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team membersAbility to maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory standardsStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to work assigned day and night shifts as scheduledAdaptability and professional demeanor in dynamic healthcare environments