REGISTERED NURSE (Mott Children's Hospital- 12 East / 12 West Pediatric Medical- Surgical Units Gradu

Job Summary

This position is a 12-week internship program which prepares the new Graduate Nurse for a Registered Nurse position on a general care pediatric unit. Orientation includes a combination of educational sessions and precepted bedside clinical experience. A two (2) year commitment with a minimum of 30 hours / week (0.75 FTE) is required for candidates hired through the internship program. This internship is a joint venture between 12 East and 12 West. During the interview process, unit selection will occur. Education will be provided in a group and unit-based settings. Precepted bedside experience will occur on the onboarding unit.

This posting will be used to hire a graduate nurse internship position in pediatric general care units. This position will have a start date of February 19th, 2026.

Brief Descriptions Of Each Unit Below

12 West Mott is a 32-bed pediatric medical-surgical unit, with an age range from infant to young adult. The 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 to for the care of stable pediatric patients requiring mechanical ventilation. Our unit fosters a collaborative culture where teamwork is paramount, empowering nurses to lead their practice and deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

12 East is a 32-bed Pediatric Acute Care Unit that provides comprehensive care with a primary focus on gastrointestinal (GI), pulmonary, pediatric surgery, pediatric burn, and neonatal populations. Our diverse atmosphere relies heavily on an energetic, team-oriented environment, which helps us achieve numerous accolades while ensuring we work closely with our patients and families to promote family-centered care. Our "fish" philosophy keeps us grounded and committed to being there for each other.

Mission Statement

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.

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 Benefit Package Includes

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.

Internship candidates will have a 5% payrate deduction while in the Internship per the UMPNC contact

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 .

Required Qualifications

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

Hours per week : 30 hours

Shift : Nights or Evenings, Up to 50% weekend requirement

Location : C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

Must be able to start on February 19, 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

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 employment opportunity employer.