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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 in caring for the adult population with a variety of diagnoses. A multi-disciplinary team approach in ...

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 in caring for the adult population with a variety of diagnoses. A multi-disciplinary team approach in ...

Spectrum 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 in caring for the adult population with a variety of diagnoses. A multi-disciplinary team approach in ...

Locums National

Hospitalist Physician

Nampa, ID

... short stay observation unit, spacious and private patient rooms, and an 18-bed intensive care unit. Built with preventive and ambulatory health in mind, the facility accommodates the latest ...

Parkview Health

Registered Nurse

Fort Wayne, IN

The unit is divided evenly between 4 West and 5 West and functions as a short-stay observation area with frequent admissions and discharges in a fast-paced environment. Nurses care for patients ...

Parkview Health

Registered Nurse

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$17.78 - $30.23/hr

The unit is divided evenly between 4 West and 5 West and functions as a short'stay observation area with frequent admissions and discharges in a fast'paced environment. Nurses care for patients ...

Parkview Health

Registered Nurse

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$17.78 - $30.23/hr

The unit is divided evenly between 4 West and 5 West and functions as a short'stay observation area with frequent admissions and discharges in a fast'paced environment. Nurses care for patients ...

Parkview Health

Registered Nurse

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$17.78 - $30.23/hr

The unit is divided evenly between 4 West and 5 West and functions as a short'stay observation area with frequent admissions and discharges in a fast'paced environment. Nurses care for patients ...

Sentara

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse Unit Coordinatorfor Surgery Unit 1- Observation Short Stay .This is a Full Time Day (12-hr shift) position in Charlottesville, VA. The ...

Parkview Health

Registered Nurse

Fort Wayne, IN

The unit is divided evenly between 4 West and 5 West and functions as a short-stay observation area with frequent admissions and discharges in a fast-paced environment. Nurses care for patients ...

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How much do short stay observation unit jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for short stay observation unit in the United States is $45.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.22 and $50.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Short Stay Observation Unit vs Emergency Room Nurse?

AspectShort Stay Observation UnitEmergency Room Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) with hospital experienceRegistered Nurse (RN) with ER experience
Work EnvironmentHospital observation units, monitoring patients for short periodsEmergency departments, handling acute trauma and urgent cases
Employer & IndustryHospitals, outpatient facilitiesHospitals, trauma centers
Common Search/ComparisonShort Stay Observation Unit vs Emergency Room Nurse

The Short Stay Observation Unit and Emergency Room Nurse roles both require RN credentials and hospital experience. The main difference lies in the work environment: the observation unit focuses on monitoring patients for a short period, while ER nurses work in fast-paced emergency departments handling urgent and trauma cases. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify career paths and job expectations in hospital settings.

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RN Short Stay Observation

RN Short Stay Observation

Corewell Health

Dearborn, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

Corewell Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 755 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

452nd of 869 rated healthcare providers

Job description

About the unit
The Short Stay Unit/Observation Unit is a 50 bed unit (private rooms), specialized in caring for the adult population with a variety of diagnoses. A multi-disciplinary team approach in care, treatment and disposition within 23 hours. Patients can come to our unit from all areas: Emergency Center, Operating Room, procedural areas, directly from home or from their primary care physician's office. The unit has 20 telemetry beds for patients who require cardiac monitoring. Our specialty is "All Non-Critical Specialties", due to the wide range of diagnosis. Our team works diligently in transitioning our patients to their next care area (home, placement, admission or procedural area).
About Dearborn Hospital
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the "Top 10 Hospitals" in Michigan, this major teaching and research hospital has been advancing care since 1953. It is a Level II trauma center and has been recognized for clinical excellence and innovation in the fields of orthopedics, neurosciences, women's health, heart & vascular, and cancer care.
Scope of work
The RN, under the ANA scope of practice utilizes the framework of the nursing process to provide professional nursing care by incorporating patient-family centered care principles to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and discharge. The RN provides quality patient care under the direction of the Nurse Leader according to Corewell Health policies and procedures and recognizes the impact of nursing care and patient/family partnerships on patient outcomes. The RN partners with and utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care and develops teaching strategies for patient/family; documents education and learning appropriately in health record.
Qualifications
  • Associates in Nursing Required
  • Bachelors in Nursing Required within 5 years
  • Graduates from a non-accredited school of nursing must have at least one year of acute care experience or at least two years of experience in a licensed health care role and must have successfully passed the NCLEX licensure examination.
  • MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required
  • AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required upon hire
  • Specialty Certification highly recommended within 2 years

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

Primary Location
SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - Dearborn
Department Name
Obsv Unit Medical Short Stay 2nd Fl - Dearborn Hosp
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
36
Hours of Work
7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Days Worked
Variable
Weekend Frequency
Every other weekend
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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