Nurse Manager - Registered Nurse-Emergency Department

Job Description

Nurse Manager, Registered Nurse - Emergency Department 

Henry Ford Providence Southfield

About the Department

Join the Emergency Department at Providence Hospitals, a respected network within Henry Ford Health, serving communities across Oakland County. Our department is committed to delivering advanced specialty care with deep local roots, combining the strength of a leading health system with convenient suburban locations and strong community connections. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional patient care in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.

Our Emergency Department is a Level II Trauma Center serving a diverse and high-acuity patient population. Our team manages a fast-paced environment with a broad range of emergency conditions, including trauma, medical emergencies, behavioral health, and complex patients requiring rapid assessment and intervention.

Role Overview

As the Nurse Manager of the Emergency Department, you will provide strategic clinical and operational leadership for a dynamic, fast-paced environment where every decision makes a difference. You will lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team of nursing professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional, compassionate, and evidence-based care to patients when they need it most.

In this highly visible leadership role, you will oversee daily operations, support staff development and engagement, promote a culture of accountability and collaboration, and drive initiatives that enhance patient safety, quality outcomes, and the overall patient experience. You will partner closely with physicians, clinical leaders, and other disciplines to strengthen teamwork, optimize departmental performance, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

We are looking for an engaged, forward-thinking nursing leader who can inspire others, navigate the challenges of emergency care, develop talent, and create an environment where team members feel supported, empowered, and motivated to deliver their best.

Why Henry Ford Health

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

As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to lead with purpose, influence the future of emergency care, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients and communities we serve.

What You Will Do

• Lead, manage, and evaluate the delivery of patient care within the Emergency Department.
• Provide administrative and clinical leadership to ensure quality patient care.
• Facilitate staff empowerment in implementing innovative patient care delivery models.
• Collaborate with the health care team to improve patient care services.
• Assume fiscal management responsibilities for the Emergency Department in partnership with the Administrator.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster career growth through collaborative, mission-driven work and continuous learning opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact in healthcare while advancing your professional journey.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field.
• Three to five years of progressively more responsible experience demonstrating leadership skills in a clinical setting.
• Current license to practice in the State of Michigan as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BLS/ACLS certification.
• Successful completion of Henry Ford Hospital Pharmacology test.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Health Care Administration, or equivalent.

Additional Information

Join Our Team

Ready to lead and inspire in a dynamic healthcare environment? Apply now to become our Nurse Manager-Emergency Dept!