Clinical Nurse Manager
Corewell Health · Grosse Pointe, MI
- On site
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- Grosse Pointe, MI
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Job highlights
- Lead nursing operations for a Critical Care Step-Down Unit.
- Manage staff, ensuring high-quality patient care delivery.
- Focus on staff engagement, recruitment, and retention.
- Drive clinical and operational outcomes using data.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.
About the role
About Grosse Pointe Hospital
Grosse Pointe Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best hospitals in the nation. As a Magnet-designated facility, it delivers exceptional nursing care alongside advanced clinical services for patients.
The hospital is home to the James and Patricia Anderson Surgical Center, a leading-edge hybrid surgical unit equipped with advanced technology to support a wide range of complex procedures. It also features the Cotton Family Birth Center, providing comprehensive and compassionate care for growing families.
Nurse Leadership Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled and motivated nurse leader who is clinically strong, operationally savvy, and passionate about building engaged, high-performing teams. This leadership role provides the opportunity to influence day-to-day operations while shaping long-term culture, quality outcomes, and staff development.
If you are a nurse leader who values clinical excellence, professional growth, and collaboration—and who wants to influence positive change—this is an opportunity to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact.
About This Unit
The 39-bed Critical Care Step-Down Unit (CCSU) is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient- and family-centered care. The unit serves patients with a range of complex medical conditions, including pulmonary, cardiac, and neurological disorders, as well as post-operative surgical patients who require an elevated level of nursing care. CCSU also provides care for ventilated patients with tracheostomies.
All staff members complete hospital and nursing orientation, followed by comprehensive unit-specific training. Core and unit competencies are established during this onboarding process.
Our team is composed of registered nurses (RNs) and nursing assistants (NAs), and strong teamwork is essential to fostering a cohesive and effective care environment.
Scope of Work
The Clinical Nurse Manager is an experienced leader responsible for the overall management of assigned units and services. This role provides leadership and oversight of patient care staff to support a culture of excellence in clinical practice, staff engagement, recruitment and retention, and strong clinical and operational outcomes.
The Nurse Manager ensures the safe and effective delivery of patient care while maintaining compliance with all regulatory, administrative, and clinical standards, as well as organizational policies and procedures. Serving as a key advocate for safety and retention, the Nurse Manager leverages data, technology, and evidence-based practices to drive decision-making and proactively mitigate risk.
This role fosters a desirable and supportive work environment that enables staff and the organization to meet or exceed strategic goals. The Nurse Manager models effective communication and collaboration with physicians, staff, patients, and interdisciplinary partners. Role-specific responsibilities and competencies align with the organization’s Professional Practice Model.
The position reports to the Director of Nursing or above.
Areas Of Responsibility
Under general direction, the Clinical Nurse Manager maintains 24-hour accountability for leadership and management of a designated patient care unit. Responsibilities include promoting high-quality nursing care, cost-effective resource utilization, staff professional development, and a Patient- and Family-Centered Care culture.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience
- MI Registered Nurse (RN) license
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- One year of formal nursing leadership experience (external candidates)
Preferred
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Two years of demonstrated informal leadership experience for internal candidates, which may include roles such as Charge Nurse, Lead Nurse, or participation in Shared Governance Councils
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
Key skills/competency
- Clinical Nurse Manager
- Nursing Leadership
- Critical Care
- Patient Care
- Staff Development
- Operational Management
- Quality Outcomes
- Recruitment and Retention
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Teamwork
Skills & topics
- Clinical Nurse Manager
- Nursing
- Critical Care
- Step-Down Unit
- Healthcare Management
- Patient Care
- Staff Development
- Operational Excellence
- Hospital Administration
- Magnet Designation
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your BSN, RN license, BLS, ACLS, and at least 1 year of formal nursing leadership experience. Quantify achievements in patient care, staff development, and operational improvements.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize experience in managing teams, driving quality outcomes, and fostering a positive work culture. Mention any informal leadership roles like Charge Nurse or participation in governance.
- Demonstrate clinical expertise: Detail your experience with complex medical conditions, including pulmonary, cardiac, neurological, and post-operative care, as well as ventilated patients.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your approach to team building, conflict resolution, and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Research Corewell Health: Understand their Magnet designation, patient-centered care philosophy, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the minimum qualifications for a Clinical Nurse Manager at Corewell Health?
- To be considered for the Clinical Nurse Manager position at Corewell Health, you must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), at least three years of clinical nursing experience, a Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and one year of formal nursing leadership experience. A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and additional informal leadership experience are preferred.
- What type of unit will I be managing as a Clinical Nurse Manager at Grosse Pointe Hospital?
- As a Clinical Nurse Manager at Grosse Pointe Hospital, you will be managing the 39-bed Critical Care Step-Down Unit (CCSU). This unit provides care for patients with complex pulmonary, cardiac, and neurological conditions, as well as post-operative patients and ventilated patients with tracheostomies.
- What is the expected work arrangement for the Clinical Nurse Manager role at Corewell Health?
- The Clinical Nurse Manager role at Corewell Health is a full-time position. While the primary location is Grosse Pointe Hospital, the company requires team members in on-site or hybrid roles to comply with vaccine requirements (MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Influenza), suggesting a potential for on-site or hybrid work arrangements. However, specific details on the arrangement for this role are not explicitly stated beyond it being a full-time position with variable weekend shifts.
- How does Corewell Health support its employees in this Clinical Nurse Manager role?
- Corewell Health offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support financial, health, and work/life balance goals. This includes an on-demand pay program, discounts on various services, optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, and traditional and Roth retirement options with employer contributions. Eligibility depends on employment type and status.
- What is the reporting structure for the Clinical Nurse Manager at Grosse Pointe Hospital?
- The Clinical Nurse Manager at Grosse Pointe Hospital reports to the Director of Nursing or a higher-level position within the organization. This indicates a clear line of management and oversight within the nursing leadership structure.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Clinical Nurse Manager at Corewell Health?
- Key responsibilities include overall management of assigned units, ensuring high-quality patient care, fostering staff engagement, recruitment, and retention. The manager is accountable for clinical and operational outcomes, maintaining regulatory compliance, promoting professional development, and creating a supportive work environment, all while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams.