Registered Nurse RN - Unit Coordinator Short Stay

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Nurse Coordinator on our 43 Room Short Stay 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. The Short Stay Unit provides observation, assessment, and recovery for adult patients (18+) following surgery or medical procedures. It is typically designed for anticipated hospital stays of 24 to 48 hours.

Requirements

Current Michigan Nursing License
Graduation from accredited nursing program: BSN Required
Minimum of three years staff experience with 1 year Charge experience.
One-year related practice experience in clinical area.

Responsibilities

Assume delegated accountability from the Nurse Manager for staffing, scheduling, workflow coordination, and operational oversight.
Function as the Charge Nurse and operational lead during assigned shifts.
Lead weekday rounds to review patient status, staffing, and care planning with the interdisciplinary team.
Prepare the daily agenda, assign nurse/tech teams, set break schedules, and organize overall workflow for the unit.
Assist in forecasting staffing needs and adjusting schedules based on patient census and acuity.
Review new admissions for clinical appropriateness and coordinate necessary accommodations for care.
Maintain regular dialogue with the Nurse Manager and Nurse Educator to align on priorities, implement initiatives, and support staff development.
Coach and support staff, model professional behavior, and resolve conflicts using Relationship-Based Care principles.
Be familiar with the unit’s budget and the volume-adjusted staffing model to support effective resource use.
Actively participate in preparing the unit for the upcoming Joint Commission (JC) survey, including implementing and reinforcing standards, protocols, and compliance measures.