Graduate Nurse Internship Program – Pediatric General Care Units

Job Description

Job Title: Graduate Nurse Internship Program – Pediatric General Care Units

Job Summary

This is an intensive 12-week internship program designed to prepare new Graduate Nurses for a Registered Nurse (RN) position on a general care pediatric unit. The program features a comprehensive orientation, combining engaging educational sessions with hands-on, precepted bedside clinical experience.

A two (2) year commitment, requiring a minimum of 30 hours/week (0.75 FTR), is mandatory for candidates hired through this internship. This unique internship is a joint initiative involving 12 West, 11 West, and 12 East units. Unit selection will be finalized during the interview process. Education will be delivered in both group and unit-based settings, while precepted bedside experience will take place on your designated onboarding unit.

This posting aims to hire Graduate Nurses for pediatric general care units, with the internship cohort scheduled to commence in July 2026. Flexibility will be offered, with hours ranging from 32-40 hours per week.

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Brief Descriptions Of Each Unit Below:

• 12 West Mott: A 32-bed pediatric medical-surgical unit caring for patients from infancy to young adulthood. Primary services include orthopedic surgery, trauma, rehabilitation, nephrology, urology, kidney transplant, neurology, neurosurgery, and endocrinology. Up to 10 beds can accommodate stable pediatric patients requiring mechanical ventilation.

• 11 West: A 32-bed unit within the Michigan Congenital Heart Center, featuring up to 12 moderate care beds for patients needing closer monitoring. This unit provides family-centered care to pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery patients, from newborns to young adults.

• 12 East: A 32-bed Pediatric Acute Care Unit delivering comprehensive care with a primary focus on gastrointestinal (GI), pulmonary, pediatric surgery, pediatric burn, and neonatal populations. Known for its energetic, team-oriented environment, 12 East emphasizes family-centered care and a strong commitment to teamwork (“fish” philosophy).

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Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine is dedicated to improving the health of patients, populations, and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities both locally and globally. Our mission, guided by Strategic Principles, comprises three critical components—patient care, education, and research—all of which collectively enhance our contribution to society.

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Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine stands as one of the largest healthcare complexes globally, recognized for groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the U-M Medical School’s inception in 1850. With over 26,000 employees, our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding individuals in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. Every person at Michigan Medicine contributes, in both large and small ways, to advancing this world-class institution. Join Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

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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

• Shift Differentials:
• 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

• The Benefit Package Includes:
• 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

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Nursing Specific Info

• Salary & Nursing Framework Level: This UMPNC RN posting is listed as Nursing Framework LEVEL C. The actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at the time of hire. Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F. Internship candidates will have a 5% pay rate deduction while in the Internship, as per the UMPNC contract.

• Required qualifications must be met by the candidate to be interviewed and considered for the position. The 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.

• If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities, please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.

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Required Qualifications*

• The candidate must be a Graduate Nurse or newly licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. The candidate must not have yet practiced as a Registered Nurse.
• Successful completion of the NCLEX must occur prior to the internship start date.
• Applicants must be able to start at the identified start date in July 2026.
• This position requires standing, walking, positioning, pulling, and lifting of heavy patients and objects for long periods of time.

NOTE: 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.

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RESUME REQUIRED (for Both Internal & External Applicants)

You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

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Desired Qualifications*

• Experience as an Extern or Inpatient Tech, with Pediatrics preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly motivated and organized
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Takes initiative in seeking professional growth
• Experience working with children and youth
• Demonstrates expertise in communication and problem-solving skills, as evidenced by interviews, documentation, writing skills, and references

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Work Schedule

• Hours per week: 36 hours
• Shift: Nights or Evenings
• Up to 50% weekend requirement
• Location: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
• Must be able to start in July 2026

Note: All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census.

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Modes of Work

Positions eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work modes 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.

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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.

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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.

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U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.