Graduate Nurse Internship – Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU)

Job Description

Job Title: Graduate Nurse Internship – Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU)

Job Summary

This is a 6-month comprehensive internship program designed to meticulously prepare a new Graduate Nurse for a successful transition into an RN position within the highly specialized Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU) at Michigan Medicine. The orientation period is structured to provide a robust learning experience, combining both invaluable classroom instruction and hands-on, precepted clinical experience.

Upon the successful completion of this intensive 6-month internship, a two-year commitment to the PCTU is required, with a minimum work schedule of 36 hours per week. The assigned shifts upon completion of the internship will be primarily Nights, comprising a mix of 8 and 12-hour shifts.

Anticipated Start Date: March 12, 2026

Michigan Medicine Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine is dedicated to improving the health of patients, populations, and communities through unparalleled excellence in education, patient care, community service, research, and technology development. We strive for leadership activities in Michigan, nationally, and internationally. Our mission is guided by Strategic Principles and encompasses three critical components – patient care, education, and research – all working in concert to enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities

The Pediatric Cardio-thoracic Intensive Care Unit (PCTU) is a cutting-edge 20-bed tertiary care center that serves a diverse patient population, receiving referrals from state, regional, national, and international sources. The PCTU specializes in the complex medical and surgical care of infants, children, adolescents, and even adults who present with congenital and acquired heart disease.

Our overarching goal is the provision of exemplary nursing care, deeply rooted in a philosophy of family-centered care. This empowers families to actively participate in the critical decision-making processes and the direct care of their children.

As a PCTU nurse, you will operate in a technology-intensive environment, utilizing advanced life support modalities such as ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation), CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy), and VADs (Ventricular Assist Devices). This role demands the ability to perform complex physiological patient assessments in a high-intensity setting, caring for patients with exceptionally high acuity and rapidly changing clinical statuses. Our patients often undergo the most progressive surgical and catheterization interventions available.

Our nursing staff practices in close, collaborative partnership with leading cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and fellows, providing individualized support and essential education to families and patients throughout their entire intensive care unit admission.

Nursing Specific Information

Michigan Medicine stands as one of the largest healthcare complexes globally, recognized for its history of groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the U-M Medical School opened in 1850. Comprising over 26,000 employees, our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding professionals in medicine, sciences, and healthcare, striving to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. Every individual here, in some way, great or small, contributes to advancing this world-class institution. Join Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

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

The Comprehensive Benefit Package Includes:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings with immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Allowances
• Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
• Large offering of no-cost Continuing Education (CEs) and professional development opportunities for advancement

Salary & Nursing Framework Level

This UMPNC RN posting is designated as Nursing Framework LEVEL C. The actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and corresponding salary will be determined at the time of hire, based on experience and qualifications. Nursing Framework levels at Michigan Medicine 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. The posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have previously 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. For questions or assistance with nursing opportunities, please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.

Required Qualifications*

• MUST be able to start on March 12, 2026.
• Graduate Nurse or a Newly Licensed RN who has not previously practiced as a Registered Nurse.
• Applicant must have successfully completed an accredited BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) program.
• Successful completion of the NCLEX examination MUST occur no later than 45 days from the individual start date.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification is required (or must be obtained within six (6) months of the date of hire) or MUST be completed prior to the end of the probationary period.

NOTE: Required qualifications MUST be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

RESUME REQUIRED (for Both Internal & External Applicants): You MUST attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• Student nurse clinical experience specifically within a Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU).
• Prior experience as an extern or ICU technician in a PCTU setting.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated and organized individual.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Takes initiative in seeking professional growth and development.
• Demonstrates expertise in communication and problem-solving skills, as evidenced by interviews, documentation, writing skills, and references.
• Overall GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Work Schedule

• Hours per week: 36
• Shift/Hours/Days: Night shift, consisting of both 8 & 12-hour shifts. Work includes Monday through Friday and rotating weekends.
• Location: Mott Children’s Hospital – Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU)
• Note: All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census.

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.

Additional Information

At the University of Michigan, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital Congenital Heart Center (CHC), our multidisciplinary team, inclusive of patients and families, is deeply committed to advancing excellence in medicine and serving humanity through the practice of our core values: Transparency, Accountability, Mutual Respect, and Positive Intent. Each team member is expected to understand and demonstrate that in every interaction, we represent our entire organization in the care we provide and in the partnerships we build with patients, families, and each respective team member. The CHC is dedicated to working with our patients and families to deliver the safest and highest quality of healthcare. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the following PowerPoint presentation which provides an overview of the Congenital Heart Center’s philosophy and culture: http://umhealth.me/joinchcteam

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. This agreement 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. A third-party administrator may be utilized to conduct background screenings, which 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 employment opportunity employer.