REGISTERED NURSE: University Hospital (Adult Emergency Services)

Job Title

Registered Nurse

Job Description

The UM Adult ED is a Level 1 Trauma Center with 87 beds, capable of cardiac monitoring, and includes 5 resuscitation bays. The Emergency Critical Care Center (EC3), is a section of the Adult Emergency Department, that offers specialized care for the severely ill or injured adult emergency patient. This Center has 15 critical care beds available for those patients needing critical care. Our Registered Nurses care for patients who present with a variety of injuries or ailments, ranging from minor to life-threatening. Nursing staff will receive the specialized training necessary to care for patients within the specific areas of our department, for example triage and resuscitation. Documentation occurs for all patients in an electronic medical record. The University of Michigan Health is a Magnet recognized hospital. We have recently been named #1 hospital in Michigan by US News and World Report for 2025-26!

Expectations of the position:

Successful candidate must obtain ACLS during orientation, and obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification within 6 months post orientation to maintain position. These will be obtained through UMHS Emergency Department.

Required Qualifications

Current Michigan Registered Nurse License. One (1) year of current (at least 20hrs/week) in an Adult ED or Adult ICU as a RN. RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants): A complete and accurate resume must be attached to be fully considered for this position. In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

Desired Qualifications

BSN preferred. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Experience as a Charge Nurse. Pediatric experience. Current ACLS, TNCC, or PALS certification.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

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. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

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
• Evening Shift Weekend Differential- $5.90 / hour
• Night Shift Weekend Differential- $6.90 / hour
• Charge Nurse Differential- $1.00 / hour

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

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

Nursing Specific Info

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. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

Shifts: 12hrs, 7p-7a (3-12hr shifts/week) Hours: 36 hours per week (0.9) Location: University Hospital, Adult Emergency Services-Level 1 Trauma Center All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine 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.

U-M 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.