Job Description
About Dearborn Hospital
Dearborn Hospital is consistently ranked among Michigan’s Top 10 Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Since 1953, we have served as a leading teaching and research institution dedicated to advancing high-quality, patient-centered care. As a Level II Trauma Center, we are recognized for clinical excellence and innovation across multiple specialties, including:
- Orthopedics
- Neurosciences
- Women’s Health
- Heart & Vascular Care
- Cancer Care
Nurse Leadership Opportunity
If you are a registered nurse who values clinical excellence, professional growth, and collaboration—and who wants to influence positive change—this is an opportunity to take that step into leadership with purpose and make a lasting impact.
About the CVICU
The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is a 16-bed cardiovascular/cardiothoracic critical care unit specializing in the care of patients following open-heart and cardiothoracic procedures. The primary patient population includes post-operative CABG patients, who typically recover in the ICU for 2–3 days, as well as patients requiring ICU-level care after complex cardiac and vascular interventions.
Patients include those admitted directly from the operating room following open-heart, vascular, or thoracic surgeries, as well as individuals undergoing TAVR procedures and STEMI interventions.
Nurses in the CVICU care for highly complex patients requiring advanced therapies and technology, including:
- Mechanical ventilation
- Swan-Ganz catheters
- Vasopressors and inotropic infusions
- High-alert medication drips
- Intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP)
- Impella devices
- Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
- Chest tube management
Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:2, with 1:1 assignment for highly acute patients. Staffing is acuity-based, with flexibility to meet the needs of the unit and ensure safe, high-quality care.
Scope of work
Under the direction of the nurse manager or other nursing leader, the assistant nurse manager has responsibility for the effective implementation of the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures of the hospital and the nursing department and their effect on patient care in the department.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) Required.
- Two+ years of clinical experience Required.
- Participation in leadership activities (Unit, hospital or system Shared Governance meetings, Precepting, Charge nurse role) Preferred.
- MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required.
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required.
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Required.
How Corewell Health cares for you
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
- Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - DearbornDepartment Name
Intensive Care Unit Cardiac Vascular 1st Fl - Dearborn HospEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Evening (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
1:30 p.m. - 12:00 midnightDays Worked
VariableWeekend Frequency
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
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