Posted 12 Nov 2026 (today) · Job 105453 · Read from the employer's SmartRecruiters board, last checked 13 Nov 2026, 06:07 UTC

Clinical Unit Leader: Medical Surgical: Post-Surgical/Ortho

Henry Ford Health · Jackson, Michigan

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Company 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.

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About the Department

5 South: Medical Surgical: Post-Surgical/Ortho Unit

  • Specialty Unit with appreciative population
  • Skilled staff with specialty population
  • Quality metrics that exceed targets
  • High team engagement with family like atmosphere
  • Self-scheduling

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment. Here, you'll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a setting that values collaboration and excellence.

Role Overview

As a Clinical Unit Leader, you will serve as a shift supervisor and clinical liaison, ensuring continuity of leadership and fostering a team-oriented environment. You'll mentor and coach staff, maintain unit standards, and collaborate with physicians and management to deliver exceptional patient care. Your role is vital in maintaining quality, accreditation standards, and a positive customer service experience.

Why Henry Ford Health

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

What You Will Do

  • Lead and supervise staff during shifts, providing clinical assessment, mentoring, and coaching.
  • Assist in hiring, orientation, performance evaluation, and employee counseling.
  • Participate in developing and implementing unit goals and objectives.
  • Ensure staffing aligns with patient needs and budgetary requirements.
  • Coordinate quality improvement activities and integrate research findings into clinical practice.
  • Serve as a contact for internal and external customers, fostering positive customer service.

 

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's of Science in Nursing or Associate's Degree of Science in Nursing with the expectation of obtaining a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing within five (5) years.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an acute care environment.
  • Current Michigan nursing license.
  • Valid BLS certification.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Certifications to support a culture of nursing excellence.
  • Experience in the department population served.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you'll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We prioritize learning and development, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team at Henry Ford Health and help us deliver exceptional care to our community.

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