Registered Nurse-Emergency Department-System Float

Henry Ford Health•Southfield, MI

61d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse - System 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.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Minimum two years of related clinical nursing experience in area(s) of interest
Demonstrated level of performance and practice meeting organizational standards
Willingness to float to multiple locations within the health system
Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans
Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services
Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing
Current BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and ENPC certification required
Ability to rapidly assess and adapt to multiple units and patient care environments
Strong clinical judgment and decision-making capabilities
Effective communication skills with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members
Proficiency in comprehensive patient assessments and identification of potential complications
Competency in medication administration, wound care, patient education, and post-operative care
Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills in compliance with regulatory standards
Flexibility and adaptability to varying shift schedules, including day and night shifts

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care across units, utilizing clinical knowledge to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans
Perform comprehensive patient assessments and identify potential complications or changes in patient condition before significant clinical deterioration occurs
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
Demonstrate flexibility and clinical judgment by rapidly orienting to different units, patient populations, and care protocols within the float pool environment
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
Collaborate with nursing leadership and clinical staff to support quality improvement initiatives and maintain safe patient care standards
Work assigned day and night shifts as scheduled to meet organizational staffing needs