Graduate Nurse Internship Program – Pediatric General Care Units

Job Description

Job Summary: Graduate Nurse Internship Program

This is a 12-week internship program specifically designed to prepare a new Graduate Nurse for a Registered Nurse (RN) position on a general care pediatric unit. The orientation comprehensively combines structured educational sessions with hands-on, precepted bedside clinical experience.

A significant commitment is required for candidates hired through this internship: a two (2) year commitment with a minimum of 30 hours/week (0.75 FTR) following program completion. This internship is a collaborative effort, a joint venture between 12 West, 11 West, and 12 East. 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 the onboarding unit.

This posting is for a Graduate Nurse Internship position within pediatric general care units. The internship cohort is scheduled to have a start date to be determined in July, 2026. Flexibility will be available for hours, ranging from 32-40 hours per week.

Unit Descriptions:

• 12 West Mott: A 32-bed pediatric medical-surgical unit caring for patients from infant to young adult. Primary services include orthopedic surgery, trauma, rehabilitation, nephrology, urology, kidney transplant, neurology, neurosurgery, and endocrinology. Up to 10 beds on the unit can be utilized for the care of stable pediatric patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
• 11 West: A 32-bed unit that is an integral part of the Michigan Congenital Heart Center. This includes up to 12 moderate care beds for patients requiring closer monitoring and observation. We provide family-centered care to pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery patients ranging in age from newborn to young adult.
• 12 East: A 32-bed Pediatric Acute Care Unit offering comprehensive care with a primary focus on gastrointestinal (GI), pulmonary, pediatric surgery, pediatric burn, and neonatal populations. Our diverse atmosphere thrives on an energetic, team-oriented environment, ensuring close collaboration with patients and families to promote family-centered care. Our “fish” philosophy keeps us grounded and committed to being there for each other.

Our Mission: Michigan Medicine

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

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.

Compensation & Benefits:

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

Comprehensive Benefits 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

Nursing Framework & Salary:

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% payrate deduction while in the Internship per the UMPNC contract.

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.

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

Required Qualifications*:

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

NOTE: 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.

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

Desired Qualifications*:

• Experience As An Extern Or Inpatient Tech, 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

Work Schedule & Location:

• 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.

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.

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 & Drug Testing:

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.