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 RSAM Registered Nurses (12+ months experience) $37.24 - $57.91 / hour

• Evening Shift Differential- $2.55 / hour
• Night Shift Differential- $3.40 / hour
• Day Shift Weekend Differential- $1.75 / hour
• Evening Shift Weekend Differential- $4.30 / hour
• Night Shift Weekend Differential- $5.15 / 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

Responsibilities*

• Identify and access the needs of the Cath lab staff for orientation and in-service programs.
• Investigate, design, and implement competency-based orientation/evaluation.
• Coordinate, collaborate, with and support Educational/Research Council the development and implementation of in-service and staff development programs for CPU staff.
• Evaluate and modify orientation based on clinical outcomes and cost effectiveness.
• Coordinate and monitor Cath lab staff regarding mandatory hospital competencies and mandatory in-service attendance.
• Provide consultation in clinical expertise to Cath lab staff.
• Assist in the development and acquisition of unit resource materials.
• Promote attendance at continuing education programs and involvement in professional organization activities by unit staff.
• Provide patient care to maintain clinical competence, act as a role model, and assist in monitoring unit practices.
• Assist in the maintenance of nursing practice standards.
• Participate in the development of procedures, protocols, and guidelines for the CPU.
• Coordinate performance improvement programs activities.
• Provide consultation and clinical expertise to other departments on electrophysiology nursing care.
• Provide and coordinate continued educational (CE) opportunities to Cath lab staff including annual nursing Blitz.
• Promote use of and embed evidence-based practice, involving nursing sensitive indicators.
• Provide consultation to other institutional committees (CPOE, Ed coordinator).
• Develop and coordinate off-shift clinical resources.
• Encourage and coordinate abstract and poster creation for UHMS and national organizations.
• Facilitate support of clinical experts through the nursing framework.
• Facilitate monthly clinical practice meetings with Cath nursing staff

Nursing Specific Info

Salary & Nursing Framework Level:
This UMPNC RN posting is posted under the Role-Specific Advancement Model (RSAM) as:
ENC- COMPETENT.
Actual RSAM LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.
RSAM levels range from ENC-COMPETENT to ENC-EXPERT TO ENC-MASTERY

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*

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Michigan.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field.
• Five or more years of recent Cath lab clinical nursing is necessary (within last 3 years)
• Ability to maintain clinical competency in the Cath lab. 50% or greater effort will be staffing in the Cath lab.

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*

• Characteristics include excellent clinical skills, demonstrated excellent communication skills with all staff/patients/families, flexible, approachable, creative, detail oriented, lifelong learner, demonstrated ability to problem solve, team player, demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships.
• Possess advanced computer skills. Fluent in Microsoft Office (word, excel, power point, publisher), adobe, photo shop, CareLink, care web.
• Demonstrated understanding of hospital organization and processes.
• Experience in teaching, writing objectives and program planning.
• Active membership in professional specialty organization on local, state, and national level is desirable.
• Publications and presentations in cardiology care are desirable.
• Certification in specialty.

Work Schedule

Hours- 36hours/wk
Shift- Day Shift. On call commitment is required.
50% or greater effort will be staffing in the Cath lab.
Location: Cardiovascular Center -Cardiac Procedures Unit

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

Additional Information

We, the staff and faculty of the U-M Cardiovascular Center (CVC) team, are committed to advancing medicine and serving humanity through living and teaching our core values of Respect and Compassion; Collaboration; Innovation; and Commitment to Excellence.

Each CVC employee is expected to understand and demonstrate that in every interaction we represent our entire organization in the care we provide and in the courtesies we extend to patients, families, and each respective team member. The CVC is dedicated to partnering with patients and families to deliver the safest and highest quality of health care. Applicants are expected to review the following PowerPoint presentation which provides an overview of the Cardiovascular Centers philosophy and culture:
www.med.umich.edu/cvc/pdf/cvcpotentialteam.pdf

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.

Selection Process

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Nursing, like the University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.

Vaccine Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute. This includes those working remotely and temporary workers. More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.