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Overnight Rn Observation Unit Jobs in Detroit, MI

Trinity Health

RN- Observation

Pontiac, MI · On-site

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required for all RN Care Managers working in ER, ICU, CCU, PACU, Cardiac Med/Surg, Labor & Delivery, Endoscopy, Cath Lab, Special ...

Corewell Health

RN Short Stay Observation

Dearborn, MI · On-site

About the unit The Short Stay Unit/Observation Unit is a 50 bed unit (private rooms), specialized ... The RN partners with and utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care and ...

Corewell Health

RN Short Stay Observation

Dearborn, MI · On-site

About the unit The Short Stay Unit/Observation Unit is a 50 bed unit (private rooms), specialized ... The RN partners with and utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care and ...

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How much do overnight rn observation unit jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight rn observation unit in Detroit, MI is $45.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.84 and $49.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Overnight RNs in an Observation Unit, and how can they be managed?

Overnight RNs in an Observation Unit often face challenges such as managing patient care with limited on-site resources, staying alert during overnight hours, and coordinating care transitions as patients are admitted, discharged, or transferred. Effective communication with the interdisciplinary team, strong time management skills, and utilizing available support staff can help manage these challenges. Building routines to stay focused and prioritizing self-care during off hours are also important for maintaining performance and well-being.

What does an Overnight RN in an Observation Unit do?

An Overnight RN in an Observation Unit is responsible for monitoring and caring for patients who require further evaluation or short-term treatment, typically for less than 24 hours. Their duties include assessing patient conditions, administering medications, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring patient safety throughout the night. They play a key role in determining if patients need to be admitted for inpatient care or can be safely discharged. This role requires strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently during overnight hours.

What is the difference between Overnight Rn Observation Unit vs Emergency Room Nurse?

AspectOvernight Rn Observation UnitEmergency Room Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly specialized in observation careRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with emergency or trauma certification
Work EnvironmentHospital observation units, typically overnight shifts, focused on patient monitoringEmergency departments, fast-paced, high-stress environment with acute care
Employer & IndustryHospitals, outpatient clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, trauma centers, urgent care facilities
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Overnight Rn Observation Unit and Emergency Room Nurse roles both require RN licensure and involve patient care in hospital settings. However, the Observation Unit focuses on monitoring patients overnight who need less intensive care, while ER Nurses handle acute emergencies in a fast-paced environment. Understanding these differences helps healthcare professionals choose the right career path or job opportunity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Overnight RN in an Observation Unit, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Overnight RN in an Observation Unit, you need strong clinical assessment skills, acute care experience, and an active RN license, often supported by certifications like BLS or ACLS. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), telemetry monitoring systems, and patient tracking tools is also essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to stay focused during night shifts are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure patient safety, accurate monitoring, and effective collaboration with healthcare teams during critical overnight hours.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - DOU - Direct Observation Unit

Registered Nurse (RN) - DOU - Direct Observation Unit

Detroit Medical Center

Detroit, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Detroit Medical Center rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

821st of 1,003 rated hospitals

Job description

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) DOU - Direct Observation Unit for a nursing job in Detroit, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: DOU - Direct Observation Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Staff

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!

Benefits Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary/Description

The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) Registered Nurse (RN) is a member of the Patient Care Services Team, and is responsible for the satisfactory completion of nursing care by the nursing team. The RN manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through application of independent judgment, communication and collaboration with all team members including ancillary and support services. The role of the Registered Nurse at the DMC encompasses leadership, partnership, collaboration, teaching and supervision.

The DMC RN:
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians and other health care providers
• Delegates, assesses, provides and evaluates patient care
• Provides and delegates patient care activities to team members
• Monitors patient progress and prepares patient for discharge
• Reports directly to senior unit management and participates in shared decision-making activities


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
1. Graduation from a school of nursing required.
2. BSN preferred.
3. Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Michigan required.
4. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required.

Facility Description

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites.

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

E-Verify: employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Job: Nursing Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan Job Type: PRN Shift Type: Night

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
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Detroit Medical Center Job ID #4369-. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation

About Detroit Medical Center


The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is the leading academically–integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, and one of the largest health care providers in Southeast Michigan. During our 150+ years of caring for the community, we have been recognized nationally with top awards in many aspects of hospital operations and patient care. The DMC is able to achieve these awards because of our exceptional employees.

The Detroit Medical Center is one the largest academic medical centers in the United States, with a long and rich history of medical education, for more than 100 years. We train more physicians than any other hospital in Detroit.

Our evidence-based approach inspires confidence and spurs innovation. It ensures that we are making treatment decisions based on our experience, on the best available research and our understanding of each patient as an individual.


Our commitment to our patients

Our commitment to patient care and improving patient outcomes is part of everything we do. It’s our mission. It’s our promise to every patient and every family who entrusts their care to us.

To meet the needs of our community, we operate 8 hospitals and more than 140 clinics and outpatient facilities across southeast Michigan, including a nationally recognized dedicated pediatric hospital (Children’s Hospital of Michigan) as well as a nationally recognized rehabilitation hospital (Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan). We offer an inclusive, diverse and supportive environment. Knowing that we are better together, our teams are highly collaborative and integrated to deliver the high quality and compassionate care our patients expect and deserve. Staff members have a voice in forming our culture; one that is often referred to as “my forever family” and “colleagues who have my back”. 

The DMC has a proud legacy of caring for the people and the families that call Metro Detroit home; they’re our neighbors, our friends, and our community. That’s why the DMC serves everyone in the community who needs us; no one gets turned away who comes to us for care. From local food drives to our long-standing commitment to educate and empower our community towards better health, you can count on the DMC. There’s a spirit of caring and togetherness that you will experience when you join the DMC family. We are a community build on care.

At the DMC, we are committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this web site, please contact the DMC facility where the position is available, for further assistance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual disability.


Employee Benefits

At the DMC, health and well-being are important to us, so we provide a range of benefits and options to help meet the needs of all eligible employees. In addition to a range of healthcare plans, including higher and lower deductible options, we offer dental, vision and an employee assistance plan. Basic life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance are provided for free to eligible plan members. Employees can also choose to participate in one of several supplemental life insurance and/or disability plans, a legal services plan and an identity protection plan. For those employees who are looking for support to care for family members, we also offer child and elder care programs.

To help employees prepare for retirement, we offer a 401K savings plan, and an employee discount plan that includes discounts for a wide variety of products, including auto and home insurance and mobile plans.

Benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program

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