Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

• We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Nurse Coordinator on our 5 North Medical Observation unit. The Nurse Coordinator plays a vital leadership role in delivering safe, high-quality care and ensuring smooth day-to-day unit operations in collaboration with the Nurse Manager.

• 5 North is a 34-bed unit supporting a patient population of observation, neuro/stroke, and general medicine.

• The staff includes RNs, LPNs, PCTs and leverages Virtual Nurses using our TogetherTeam model.

• This position is Full-Time, scheduled 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8-hour day shift with no weekends, holidays or on-call.

MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Michigan Nursing License

• Graduation from accredited nursing program: BSN Required

• Minimum of three years staff experience.

• One-year related practice experience in clinical area.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Day-to-Day Operations & Leadership: The Nurse Coordinator assumes delegated accountability from the Nurse Manager for staffing, scheduling, workflow coordination, and operational oversight. This is a frontline leadership position that combines clinical expertise with team support and resource management.

• Charge Nurse Leadership: Function as the Charge Nurse and operational lead during assigned shifts.

• Daily Unit Rounds: Lead weekday rounds to review patient status, staffing, and care planning with the interdisciplinary team.

• Patient Assignments & Workflow: Prepare the daily agenda, assign nurse/tech teams, set break schedules, and organize overall workflow for the unit.

• Staffing & Scheduling Support: Assist in forecasting staffing needs and adjusting schedules based on patient census and acuity.

• Admissions Oversight: Review new admissions for clinical appropriateness and coordinate necessary accommodations for care.

• Collaboration & Communication: Maintain regular dialogue with the Nurse Manager and Nurse Educator to align on priorities, implement initiatives, and support staff development.

• Mentorship & Team Development: Coach and support staff, model professional behavior, and resolve conflicts using Relationship-Based Care principles.

• Operational Awareness: Be familiar with the unit’s budget and the volume-adjusted staffing model to support effective resource use.

• Joint Commission Preparation: Actively participate in preparing the unit for the upcoming Joint Commission (JC) survey, including implementing and reinforcing standards, protocols, and compliance measures.

POSITION BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.

• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

• Retirement savings plan with employer match.

• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

• Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.