REGISTERED NURSE (Mott Childrens Hospital-10W, Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit GN Internship)

Job Summary

This position is a 6-month internship program which prepares the new Graduate Nurse for an RN position in the Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU). Orientation includes a combination of classroom and precepted clinical experience. A two-year commitment with a minimum of 36 hrs/wk to PCTU is required after the completion of the 6-month internship program. Shift assignment will be Nights, 8 and 12 hour shifts upon completion of internship. These positions will have a start on September 17, 2026.

Responsibilities

• The Pediatric Cardio-thoracic Intensive Care Unit (PCTU) is a 20 bed tertiary care center receiving patients from state, regional, national and international referrals.
• PCTU specializes in the medical and surgical care of infants, children, adolescents and adults with congenital and acquired heart disease.
• Our goal is the provision of exemplary nursing care embracing a philosophy of family centered care empowering families to participate in the decision making and care of their children.
• The Pediatric Cardio-thoracic Intensive Care Unit nurse cares for patients in a technology intensive environment including ECMO, CRRT and VAD's.
• They are required to perform complex physiologic patient assessments in a high intensity environment for high acuity patients with rapidly changing status.
• Our patients undergo the most progressive surgical and catheterization interventions.
• Our nursing staff practice in close partnership with the cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and fellows providing individual support and education to families and patients throughout their intensive care unit admission.

Required Qualifications

• MUST be able to start on September 17, 2026
• Graduate Nurse or Newly Licensed RN, who has not practiced as a RN.
• Applicant must have successfully completed an accredited BSN.
• Successful completion of the NCLEX must occur no later than 45 days from the individual start date.
• PALS certification is required (or within six (6) months of date of hire) or MUST be completed prior to end of probationary period.

Desired Qualifications

• Student nurse clinical experience in a PCTU
• Experience as an extern or ICU tech in a PCTU
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated and organized
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Takes initiative in seeking professional growth
• Demonstrates expertise in communication and problem-solving skills as evidenced by interviews, documentation, writing skills, and references
• Overall GPA of 3.5 or higher

Nursing Specific Info

• Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850.
• Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems.
• In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
• Hourly range for Registered Nurses $41.78-$64.81/ hour
• Evening Shift Differential-$3.00 / hour
• Night Shift Differential- $4.00 / hour
• Day Shift Weekend Differential- $2.90 / hour
• Night Shift Weekend Differential- $6.90 / hour
• Charge Nurse Differential- $1.00 / hour

Benefits Package

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
• Royalty and Certification support programs
• Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement

Salary & Nursing Framework Level

This UMPNC RN posting is posted as Nursing Framework LEVEL C. Actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire. Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F. Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.