NURSING SUPERVISOR (University Hospital, Adult Emergency Services)

NURSING SUPERVISOR (University Hospital, Adult Emergency Services)

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Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

The Adult ED is a level one trauma center with 90 rooms capable of cardiac monitoring, including 5 resuscitation bays. The Emergency Critical Care Center (EC3), a 6-bed section of the Adult Emergency Department, offers specialized care for severely ill or injured adult emergency patients. Our Registered Nurses are capable of caring for patients who present with a variety of injuries or ailments, ranging from minor to life-threatening. Patient priority is determined by using the Emergency Severity Index System. Nursing staff will receive the specialized training necessary to care for patients within specific areas of our department, for example triage and resuscitation. Documentation occurs for all patients in an electronic medical record.

Responsibilities*

• Assists Emergency Department leadership in the planning and management of Emergency Department patient care services.

• Provides leadership in the practice of nursing, emphasizing quality patient care, education and research.

• Assists in coordinating patient care services consistent with the University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers mission and goals.

• Collaborative/consultative relationship with other health professionals and administrative personnel. Administrative and functional supervision is exercised over nursing and support staff as delegated by Nursing Services Director.

Personnel Management :

• Plan, assign and supervise the work of nursing and support staff.

• Participate in interviewing, selecting and orienting nursing and support staff.

• Participate in the counseling, coaching, discipline, and evaluation of unit staff.

• Participate in the development, implementation and revision of individual performance plans.

• Facilitate open channels of communication with managers, peers, staff, and physicians.

• Coach and mentor Charge Nurses, Staff Nurses, members of the nursing leadership team and others.

• Anticipate and respond to staff issues and concerns.

• Collaborate with Educational Nurse Coordinators and Clinical Nurse Specialist to implement competency-based education.

• Serve as a role model through the provision of direct patient care.

Clinical Practice:

• Maintain significant presence across all ED treatment areas rounding on patients, families and interfacing with staff to ensure patient care excellence.

Management of Clinical Area:

• Participate in the development and implementation of Department goals and objectives.

• Participate in development of Department policy/procedure and standards of Nursing Care.

• Participate in planning and problem solving of daily Department operations, priorities of patient services, and urgent and emergent care.

• Identify and plan for staffing consistent with the needs of the patient population and budgetary requirements.

• Interpret and implement the Hospital and University policies and procedures and the standards of regulatory agencies.

• Participate in the monitoring of Department payroll and commodity expenditures. Provide input into the payroll and commodity budget planning process.

• Anticipate and respond to patient/family issues and concerns.

Quality Improvement and Research:

• Participate in planning, coordinating and evaluating unit quality improvement activities.

• Promote the integration of research findings into clinical practice by unit nursing staff.

• Promote staff involvement in clinical research.

• Use lean management principles to optimize department operations.

Required Qualifications*

Educational Requirement:

Applicant must meet ONE of the following:

*Bachelors degree in Nursing OR

*Associates degree or diploma in Nursing and a Masters degree in Nursing

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.

• Minimum of five (5) years RN experience.

• Minimum of two (2) years of recent (within the last five years) RN experience in an Adult Emergency Department.

• Nurse Leadership certification or completion of a nursing leadership certification within two (2) years of accepting this position. Certification is expected to be maintained while in this leadership role. Examples include Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) or, Nurse Executive (NE-BC). The nursing leadership certification must be recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC.) for the list, visithere (https://www.nursingworld.org/organizational-programs/magnet/program-tools/accepted-certifications/) .

• Demonstrated leadership ability/potential including charge nurse, team leader or other management experience.

NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):

A complete and accurate resume must be attached to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• Previous Emergency Department supervisory experience.

• Masters prepared or Masters in process

• Certification in Emergency Nursing

• Evidence of ability to assess, interpret, and analyze clinical information independently and collaboratively

• Current practice reflects creative problem solving, communication and critical thinking skills needed to effectively manage patient flow, staffing resources and competing priorities to promote patient safety, patient satisfaction and staff engagement.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple disciplines in a manner that fosters team building and provides visionary direction for team members.

• Current ACLS certification

• Current TNCC certification

• Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification

• Experience working with Electronic Medical Record.

• Computer competency including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Consultative and teaching skills.

• Knowledge of the University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers policies and practices.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Nursing Specific Info

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Work Schedule

Hours/Week: 40 hours

Shift: Monday-Friday afternoon-shift, with occasional weekend requirements.

Candidates must be flexible to meet the needs of the department. Rotating weekend and holiday on-call coverage is required

Location: University Hospital, Adult Emergency Services-Level 1 Trauma Center

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days.

This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

284922

Working Title

NURSING SUPERVISOR (University Hospital, Adult Emergency Services)

Job Title

Nursing Supervisor

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Emergency Department

Posting Begin/End Date

10/27/2026 - 11/03/2026

Career Interest

Nursing- All Nursing

Nursing- Critical Care

Nursing- Emergency Department

Nursing- Nursing Management

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