Nurse Manager Jobs in Michigan
Nurse Manager jobs in Michigan are open across Kalamazoo, Detroit, and Jackson and other Michigan metros, with employers like State of Michigan, Trinity Health, and Henry Ford Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.
MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.
The employee acts as second line clinical supervisor of a correctional health care complex which includes ambulatory care, urgent emergent services, receptions center, inpatient unit, acute mental health, segregation, boot camp, dialysis and all care in between. Responsibilities include participation in the review and development of nursing policies and procedures, scheduling and approval of leave requests, completion of service ratings, employee counseling, participation in the grievance process, participation in hiring, orientation and disciplinary process of staff. In addition, the employee is responsible for assuring the quality of patient care through appropriate intra shift supervision and inter-shift communication and provides direct patient care. Oversight and thorough orientation of new employees is a key role. Works 100% within the secure perimeter of a multi security correctional facility. This is a test designated position, subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Completion of a degree in nursing or nursing school educational program accepted for registered nurse licensure by the Michigan Board of Nursing.
Experience
Two years of experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse P11 or one year equivalent to a Registered Nurse 12 or a Registered Nurse Manager 12.
Alternate Education and Experience
Registered Nurse Manager 13
Possession of a master's degree in nursing may be substituted for one year of experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse P11; or, possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing may be substituted for six months of experience equivalent to a Registered Nurse P11.
Additional Requirements and Information
Possession of a Michigan registered nurse license in good standing.
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All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.
Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date. More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found here. (un-official or web based transcripts will not be accepted)
If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766. The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation. REQUIRED INFORMATION: Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards. As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application. Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form)
New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification. All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Nurse Manager Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- State of Michigan7

- Trinity Health5

- Henry Ford Health4

- CVS Health3

- Fresenius Medical Care2

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services15
- Government & Public Sector7
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse manager jobs across Michigan.
- Active RN licensure with a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) required
- Minimum two to five years of clinical nursing experience in the relevant specialty
- Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, scheduling, or charge nurse responsibilities
- Master of science in nursing (MSN) or nursing administration degree preferred or required
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required
Nurse Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How many nurse manager jobs are there in Michigan?
There are 23+ nurse manager openings in Michigan on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Kalamazoo, Detroit, and Jackson. New positions post regularly as employers across Michigan hire.
Which Michigan cities have the most nurse manager jobs?
Kalamazoo, Detroit, and Jackson have the most nurse manager openings in Michigan right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire nurse managers in Michigan?
Employers hiring nurse managers in Michigan include State of Michigan, Trinity Health, and Henry Ford Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote nurse manager jobs in Michigan?
Yes. About 17% of nurse manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Michigan metros.
How do I apply for nurse manager jobs in Michigan?
You can apply to nurse manager jobs in Michigan directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Michigan location, then apply to each one that fits.
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