Nurse, Registered (Midnight)

Description

SEMHA is seeking a Midnight Registered Nurse (RN) for the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility in Detroit, MI. The Midnight RN provides comprehensive nursing support and clinical oversight for youth during overnight operations.

• Conduct nursing assessments and provide care for residents requiring overnight medical evaluation or treatment.
• Monitor, assess, and respond to medical concerns, urgent situations, and emergencies.
• Document health concerns reported during the shift.
• Complete follow-up assessments after hospital visits, specialist appointments, or outside medical treatment.
• Review discharge instructions and implement continuity of care plans.
• Complete medical intake screenings and admission assessments for new residents.
• Review incoming medical records, prescriptions, and treatment orders.
• Process overnight discharge medical clearances.
• Ensure discharge medications, instructions, and documentation are completed and communicated as needed.
• Administer and document medications in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
• Monitor medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, and resident compliance.
• Maintain medication inventories, narcotic counts, and storage standards.
• Reconcile and report medication discrepancies per policy.
• Conduct medical record and medication audits to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Review documentation and identify outstanding clinical follow-up needs.
• Communicate unresolved issues to nursing leadership and incoming staff.
• Complete all required nursing documentation in a timely manner.
• Provide clinical guidance to staff regarding resident health concerns and emergencies.
• Serve as the primary overnight medical liaison for facility operations.
• Aid in medical response decisions related to illness, injury, or behavioral health concerns.
• Support emergency preparedness and safe resident care management.

Qualifications

• RN Degree from an accredited school.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan in good standing.
• Minimum of one (1) year clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in correctional health, emergency nursing, behavioral health, pediatrics, adolescent health, or community health preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently during overnight hours.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities within a secure 24-hour juvenile detention environment.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including medical providers, operational staff, and administration.
• BLS Certification.
• Valid Driver License and reliable transportation.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain infection control standards and operational readiness of medical areas.
• Address routine health concerns and nursing requests submitted overnight.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and process enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, regulations, and nursing standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by nursing leadership.

Pay

$45.674 hourly ($95,000 annually)

Employment Type

Full-Time

Classification

Non-Exempt (hourly)

Shift

Midnight Shift (Flexible Scheduling Available)

Schedule & Work Hours

• 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts.
• Schedule determined at the discretion of the Medical Director and Nurse Supervisor.
• Available for coverage on day/afternoon shift per department needs.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Paid time off and Holidays.
• 403b (Retirement plan).
• Variety of Voluntary Benefit Options.

Application Deadline

August 22, 2026.

Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online.

Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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