Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psych
- $7,500 sign-on bonus
- 12-hour shifts
- BSN
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open psychiatric nurse jobs in Michigan post a median of $55 an hour, the middle half $52.54–$61.13, across 8 jobs that state their pay. Psychiatric nurses employed in Michigan earn a median of $45.34 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
General Summary
Full-Time Benefit Eligible
Sign-On Bonus: $7,500
Schedule: 36 hours per week, Night Shift, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, Three 12-hour shifts per week, rotating every other weekend and observed holiday
About the Department :
Henry Ford St John Hospital’s Inpatient Adult Psychiatric Unit is a 27-bed unit specializing in behavioral health. We support the medical and mental well being of our patients throughout their stay, an average of 5-10 days (longer depending on their specific need). We operate as a team for the wellbeing of all our patients, and we are supported by three Psychiatrists and multiple Behavioral Health Technicians daily.
Our beautifully renovated unit (January 2024) is designed with our patients in mind. Our close-knit unit fosters a growth mindset encouraging voluntary participation in shared governance, and educational development. We welcome nursing candidates with at least one year of prior medical nursing experience, who are willing to learn all about behavioral health. Come join our team!
What You Will Do
- Lead the coordination and delivery of compassionate, quality patient care.
- Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Delegate, supervise, and document care and teaching for patients and families.
- Communicate pertinent patient/family information to the healthcare team.
- Identify and implement solutions for variances from patient goals.
What We Offer : Join a collaborative environment where you can grow your career, contribute to mission-driven work, and engage in continuous learning opportunities. Be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence in patient care.
Join Our Team : Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of our commitment to exceptional care.
Required Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
- Health care provider certification (BCLS).
- Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities to formulate effective nursing care plans.
- Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
- Effective communication skills with patients, families, and hospital personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- BSN preferred.
From Henry Ford Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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