Registered NURSE: University Hospital ( PACU

How to Apply

We are hiring 5 Full‑Time Registered Nurses for an ICU/peri‑operative surgical setting. All hires will work identical hours and shifts (10‑hr shifts starting at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., or 2 p.m.). On‑call and holiday requirements apply. All new employees will float to assigned units during low census periods.

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.

• Provide direct patient care to surgical populations (ICU, general care, open‑op).
• Maintain patient airway, vital signs, and intake/output records.
• Monitor EKG, arterial line, pulmonary artery catheter, and other monitoring devices.
• Manage pain (patient‑controlled analgesia and epidural).
• Participate as a member of the collaborative health team.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Prepare units for pre‑op patients (IV set‑up, chart review for H&P, consent, etc.).
• Provide direct care for pre‑op patients.

• Current licensure to practice nursing in the state of Michigan.
• Either:
  • Two (2) years of Adult Surgical ICU RN experience within the last three (3) years; knowledge of multiple surgical procedures.
  • Two (2) years of Adult Emergency Department RN experience within the last three (3) years.
  • Two (2) years of current Adult PACU RN experience (minimum 20 hours per week) to include caring for patients at an ICU level of care, within the last three (3) years.
• Applicants must have met or will meet all required qualifications prior to the start date.

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

• BSN preferred. Recent experience in PACU, ED, or ICU.
• CPAN certified.
• CAPA certified.
• ACLS certified.
• PALS certified.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

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 attracts, inspires, and develops outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.

Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits.

• Hourly range for Registered Nurses $41.78‑$64.81 / hour
• Shift differentials:
  • Evening Shift – $3.00 / hour
  • Night Shift – $4.00 / hour
  • Day Shift Weekend – $2.90 / hour
  • Evening Shift Weekend – $5.90 / hour
  • Night Shift Weekend – $6.90 / hour
  • Charge Nurse – $1.00 / hour
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 2:1 match on retirement savings with immediate vesting.
• Generous paid time off allowances.
• Robust tuition and certification support programs.
• Large offering of no‑cost CE and professional development for advancement.

Posting is Nursing Framework Level

C. Actual level and salary will be determined at hire.

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.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre‑employment drug testing on candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Screening is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

U‑M 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.