Registered Nurse Manager 14

Registered Nurse Manager 14

Salary

$43.91 - $60.87 Hourly

Location

Kalamazoo, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

3909-26-KPH-086-FILL

Department

Health and Human Services - Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

7/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)

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Job Description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

This position administers, directs, and coordinates activities of patient care of assigned units per 24 hours. Make recommendations, develops, and implements policies and procedures and apprises the Director of Nursing and the Director of Health Services of progress and potential problems. Responsible for direction and evaluation of patient care delivery. Second line supervisor of RN Managers-1 per 24 hours, 7 days per week. Includes the supervision of Central Nursing Office RN Manager-2 as assigned. As an Associate Director of Nursing assumes administrative responsibilities for the Nursing Department in the absence of the Director of Nursing.

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This is a test- designated position and, as such, is subject to random and post- accident drug and alcohol testing.

To be considered for this position you must:

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrars signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a diploma or associates degree in nursing.

Experience

Two years of experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse 12 or a Registered Nurse Manager 12, or one year equivalent to a Registered Nurse 13 or a Registered Nurse Manager 13.

Additional Requirements and Information

RN

Possession of a Michigan license in good standing as a registered nurse.

Individuals in these positions may be eligible to work 12 hour shifts.

This position is located at the Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital. 1312 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008.

Why Kalamazoo?

• Kalamazoo is unique, in that it combines a big city energy and small town feel. The community combines energy and innovation with friendliness and an easy-going attitude. A vibrant Art Deco downtown sets the stage for quality dining, unique shops and galleries, and live entertainment, including wineries and micro breweries. In Kalamazoo, youre never far from lakes, outdoor recreation, festivals and world-class attractions.
• Kalamazoo is home of Western Michigan University which offers a variety of under-graduate and graduate programs.
• Kalamazoo is also home to the nationally recognized CTAC (Child Trauma Assessment Center) providing innovative, state of the art child assessments
• Kalamazoo offers ample and affordable housing
• Kalamazoo is also home of the Kalamazoo Promise, a 4 year scholarship to college (bachelor degree or 130 credits, whichever occurs first), covering tuition and mandatory fees for eligible Kalamazoo Public School students.
• Located midway between Chicago and Detroit

As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

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REGNMGR - Do you possess a diploma or associates degree or higher in nursing? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.

• Yes
• No

02

REGNMGR3 - Do you possess at least two years of experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse 12 or a Registered Nurse Manager 12, or at least one year equivalent to a Registered Nurse 13 or a Registered Nurse Manager 13?

• Yes
• No

03

REGNMGR - Do you possess a Michigan license as a registered nurse? If so, please provide your license number in the Certification/Licenses section of your application.

• Yes
• No

04

• Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions need not be reported.) Please select all that apply.
• I have been dismissed within the last two years
• I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years
• I have been issued a disciplinary suspension in the last two years.
• I am currently suspended with or without pay pending the outcome of an investigation
• I have received a written reprimand within the last two years
• I have received an unsatisfactory rating in the last two years
• I have signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years
• I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me

05

If you selected that you have been dismissed within the last two years, resigned in lieu of dismissal within the last two years, suspended without pay within the last two years, received a written reprimand within the last two years, received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years, or signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years, please provide an explanation below. If none of the above apply to you, please enter N/A.

06

• Do you have any objection to being finger printed or drug tested?
• Yes
• No

07

• From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current state employee works for an actual state department such as the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, etc.)
• A current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee
• A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee in layoff status
• A current State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee
• A State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee in layoff status
• None of the above

08

• Did you attach a cover letter and a copy of your résumé to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
• Yes
• No

09

• Do you have any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect reported on the Department of Human Services Central Registry?
• Yes
• No

10

How would you reach and serve various groups or traditionally underserved communities?

11

Did you attach a copy of an official college transcript in the attachments section of your application?

• Yes
• No

12

• Do you have an Intentional Program Violation from the Department of Health and Human Services?
• Yes
• No

13

• Are you a current MDHHS employee classified as a Registered Nurse Manager 14 interested in moving to the same classification and level at this location?
• Yes
• No

14

Do you have experience accepting assignment from multiple sources with varying deadlines?

• Yes
• No

15

If you answered YES to Do you have experience accepting assignment from multiple sources with varying deadlines, please describe your experience

16

Please identify the Microsoft Office Applications you are experienced using.

• Outlook
• Excel
• Word
• Access
• PowerPoint

17

Are you experienced in supervising staff and managing employee performance, including coaching, corrective action, and the disciplinary process?

• Yes
• No

18

Do you have experience developing or implementing nursing policies, procedures, or practice standards?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Michigan

Department Health and Human Services - Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital Address Office of Human Resources

1312 Oakland Dr.

Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49008