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Registered Nurse Manager 2-Staff Development

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 is for First Shift, Monday through Friday

This position functions as a second-line administrative supervisor (third-level clinical direction) of a limited work area directing the activities of resident care staff in a Psychiatric facility. As part of their managerial responsibilities this position must plan, develop, and implement and provide preceptorship of registered nurses, and establish a robust nursing program. This position encompasses identifying and monitoring staff development needs, maintaining records, preparing reports, overseeing corrective actions within the department, approving time and attendance, and conducting performance evaluations for assigned staff.
 
This is a Drug and Alcohol-tested (DART) position under the criteria provided in the collective bargaining unit agreement. All positions are subject to criminal background checks and fingerprinting.  

Requirements

Education
Possession of a diploma or associate's degree in 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.

Qualifications

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.

Possession of a Michigan registered nurse license in good standing. 

View the job specification at:  http://www.michigan.gov/documents/RegisteredNurseManager_13076_7.pdf

Position Description

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.
  • 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 registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.  See instructions for attaching files here:  Instructions 
 
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

This position is located at 1312 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo MI, 49008. The selected incumbent will be required to physically report to this office. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.  

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

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.


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, you're 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

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Date Posted
05/28/2026
Job Reference
3909-26-KPH-074-FILL
Organization
Health and Human Services - Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital
Location
Kalamazoo, MI 48909
Category
Human Resources
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