Registered Nurse RN - Unit Coordinator

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Nurse Coordinator on our 4 East, 35-bed unit consisting of 27 Inpatient Rehab beds and 8 Medical-Surgical beds. The Nurse Coordinator plays a vital leadership role in delivering safe, high-quality care and ensuring smooth day-to-day unit operations in collaboration with the Nurse Manager. This is a frontline leadership position that combines clinical expertise with team support and resource management. This position is Full-Time, scheduled 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assume delegated accountability from the Nurse Manager for staffing, scheduling, workflow coordination, and operational oversight.
• Function as the Charge Nurse and operational lead during assigned shifts.
• Lead weekday rounds to review patient status, staffing, and care planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Prepare the daily agenda, assign nurse/tech teams, set break schedules, and organize overall workflow for the unit.
• Assist in forecasting staffing needs and adjusting schedules based on patient census and acuity.
• Review new admissions for clinical appropriateness and coordinate necessary accommodations for care.
• Maintain regular dialogue with the Nurse Manager and Nurse Educator to align on priorities, implement initiatives, and support staff development.
• Coach and support staff, model professional behavior, and resolve conflicts using Relationship-Based Care principles.
• Be familiar with the unit’s budget and the volume-adjusted staffing model to support effective resource use.
• Implement and reinforce Joint Commission standards, protocols, and compliance measures.

Requirements

• Current Michigan Nursing License
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program: BSN required
• Minimum of three years staff experience
• One-year related practice experience in clinical area

Benefits

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Schedule

• Rotating schedules with two 12‑hour shifts per week and two 8‑hour shifts per week
• Scheduled Monday to Friday day shift with no weekends, holidays or on‑call
• Full‑time, 40 hours per week