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Travel Emergency Room RN

Pontiac, MI · On-site

Night shift, 12-hour shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM * Weekend rotation required approximately every third weekend (Fri-Sat-Sun or Sat-Sun-Mon) * No on-call requirements Requirements * Active MI RN ...

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UHS

RN - Weekend Cadre Night Shift

Dearborn, MI

$50/hr

Licensure : RN license issued by the State of Michigan Work Hours: This is a full-time, every weekend position @ $50/hour. Sat/Sun/Mon Senior Adult Unit: Night Shift: 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. EEO Statement ...

UHS

RN - Weekend Cadre Night Shift

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$50/hr

Licensure : RN license issued by the State of Michigan Work Hours: This is a full-time, every weekend position @ $50/hour. Sat/Sun/Mon Senior Adult Unit: Night Shift: 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. EEO Statement ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for night shift rn in Wayne, MI is $27.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $36.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a night shift RN?

A Night Shift RN (Registered Nurse) is a healthcare professional who provides patient care during overnight hours, typically in hospitals, nursing homes, or emergency facilities. Their responsibilities include monitoring patients, administering medications, responding to emergencies, and coordinating with other healthcare staff. Working night shifts requires strong attention to detail, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. Shift hours often range from late evening to early morning, and nurses may work weekends or holidays depending on facility needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a night shift RN?

To excel as a Night Shift RN, you must possess strong clinical nursing skills, critical thinking abilities, and hold a valid RN license with up-to-date certifications such as BLS or ACLS. Familiarity with night-shift protocols, electronic health records (EHRs), and hospital equipment is essential. Exceptional soft skills include resilience, effective communication, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently during quieter hours. These qualifications enable Night Shift RNs to deliver safe, efficient patient care while addressing unique overnight challenges.

What are some unique challenges night shift RNs face, and how are they supported in their roles?

Night Shift RNs often manage fewer staff on duty and may encounter emergencies without immediate access to all resources available during daytime hours. They are responsible for a wide range of tasks, including monitoring patients while ensuring continuity of care overnight. Many hospitals provide support through nurse supervisors, robust handoff procedures, and strong team communication practices. Additionally, Night Shift RNs often develop close-knit relationships with fellow team members and receive training in managing fatigue and work-life balance. These measures help ensure patient safety and a supportive work environment during overnight shifts.

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Infographic showing various Night Shift Rn job openings in Wayne, MI as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,397 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Registered Nurse Ortho Neuro Unit

Detroit, MI • On-site

Henry Ford Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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General Summary

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Schedule: 36 hours per week, Day Shift, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, Three 12-hour shifts per week, rotating every other weekend and observed holiday

Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to provide, delegate, supervise and document care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to health care team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions.

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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: BSN preferred. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans. Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted

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Henry Ford St John Hospital's 7 North unit is a 33-bed unit consisting of orthopedic & neurosurgery patients. Our unit is fast paced: we handle postoperative care for approximately 3-12 surgeries on a daily basis. We also take overflow med/surg patients, and some telemetry patients. The team typically consists of 7-8 RNs and 3 PCTs daily. Day shift RNs typically have a patient ratio of 3-4 patients to 1; night shift RNs typically have a patient ratio of 4-6 patients per nurse.

Our unit fosters a growth mindset encouraging voluntary participation in planning meetings, shared governance, and educational development. We welcome candidates of all educational backgrounds and experiences and ensure that you are trained to be successful in this environment. Come join our team!

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Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services from Primary and Preventative care, to Complex and Cpecialty care, Health Insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, Virtual care, Pharmacy, Eye care and other Healthcare retail. It is one of the Nation’s leading Academic Medical Centers, recognized for Clinical excellence in Cancer care, Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Orthopedics and Sports medicine, and Multi organ transplants. Consistently ranked among the top five NIH funded institutions in Michigan, Henry Ford Health engages in more than 2,000 research projects annually. Equally committed to educating the next generation of Health Professionals, Henry Ford Health trains more than 4,000 Medical students, Residents and fellows every year across 50+ accredited programs. With more than 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford Health is also among Michigan’s largest and most Diverse employers, including nearly 6,000 physicians and researchers from the Henry Ford Medical Group, Henry Ford Physician Network and Jackson Health Network.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1915

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