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Corewell Health

RN Progressive Care

Trenton, MI · On-site

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS ...

Spectrum Health

RN Progressive Care

Wayne, MI

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS ...

Corewell Health

RN Intermediate Care

Taylor, MI · On-site

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS ...

Spectrum Health

RN Intermediate Care

Taylor, MI

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS ...

Corewell Health

RN Intermediate Care

Taylor, MI · On-site

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS ...

Corewell Health

RN Progressive Care

Wayne, MI · On-site

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS ...

JL4 Staffing

RN Emergency Room

Southfield, MI · On-site

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification * National Institutes of Health (NIH) * Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) * Ascension Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) * Pediatric Advanced Life ...

Veracity

RN Emergency Room

Southfield, MI · On-site

Required Skills Emergency Room RN RN Registered Nurse Emergency Room Certifications & Clearance Requirements Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification National Institutes of Health (NIH) Advanced ...

Veracity

RN CVICU

Rochester, MI · On-site

Required Skills RN-CVICU Traveler RN-CVICU Certifications & Clearance Requirements Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) The National Institutes of Health ...

Corewell Health

CT Technologist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or * CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required About Corewell Health Dearborn ...

Tricehealthcare

RN -Med Surg

Detroit, MI · On-site

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required State License Requirements: * Michigan State License - Required * License must be active at the time of submission

Corewell Health

CT Technologist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required About Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital has proudly served residents across Southeast ...

Spectrum Health

CT Technologist

Dearborn, MI

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required About Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital has proudly served residents across Southeast ...

Veracity

RN Critical Care

Warren, MI · On-site

Required Skills RN Critical Care-SF RN Registered Nurse Critical Care Traveler RN Critical Care-SF Certifications & Clearance Requirements Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Advanced ...

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How much do basic life support jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for basic life support in Detroit, MI is $17.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.38 and $19.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed for basic life support?

To thrive in a Basic Life Support (BLS) role, you need thorough knowledge of emergency response protocols, CPR, and the ability to assist in stabilizing patients, usually validated by a valid BLS certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent. Familiarity with medical emergency equipment such as AEDs and resuscitation tools is critical. Strong teamwork, quick decision-making, and effective communication skills make candidates stand out in this high-pressure environment. These competencies are essential to provide rapid, coordinated, and life-saving care during medical emergencies.

What is basic life support?

A Basic Life Support (BLS) job involves providing emergency medical care to individuals experiencing life-threatening situations, such as cardiac arrest, choking, or respiratory distress. Professionals in this role, including EMTs, paramedics, and healthcare providers, use skills like CPR, AED operation, and airway management to stabilize patients until advanced medical help arrives. BLS providers often work in ambulances, hospitals, or public safety agencies. Certification in BLS is typically required and involves hands-on training in life-saving techniques.

What situations does a basic life support professional respond to, and what does a typical shift look like?

Basic Life Support professionals commonly respond to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrests, respiratory distress, choking incidents, and trauma. During a typical shift, you'll work closely with first responders, nurses, and other healthcare staff to assess patients, provide initial intervention, and ensure safe patient transport if needed. Shifts may vary and often involve a combination of readiness for emergency calls, routine equipment checks, and ongoing skills training. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring the ability to quickly adapt and maintain composure under stress.

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RN Progressive Care

Corewell Health

Trenton, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 25 days ago

Corewell Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 774 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

416th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

About the Hospital
Corewell Health Trenton Hospital is a 193-bed, acute care teaching hospital that sponsors nine university-affiliated residency programs. This Magnet®-designated facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for its patients and is one of four recipients of the Truven Health Advantage Award in the category of Health and Clinical Outcomes. Here, you'll find the only verified Level II trauma center in the region; nationally recognized heart, vascular and pulmonary specialties; a wide array of surgical services, including minimally invasive robotic procedures and orthopedic and neurosurgery services; and comprehensive women's health services ranging from gynecological to advanced breast care.
Scope of Work
As a Clinical Nurse with Corewell Health, providing top-notch patient care is paramount. You'll be responsible for using the nursing process framework and incorporating patient-family-centered care principles to ensure the highest quality of care. Under the direction of the Nurse Leader, you'll be a vital member of our team, making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families.
Qualifications
  • Required Associate's Degree or equivalent Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an associate's degree or equivalent.
  • Required Bachelor's Degree B.S.N., or M.S.N, or DNP/PhD - if not minimum BSN prepared, new graduate/nurse with less than one (1) year experience is required to enroll in an accredited BSN program within one (1) year of licensure date and complete within five (5) years, required. This is effective April 18, 2023.
  • Required Graduates from non-accredited school of nursing programs must have at least one year of acute care experience or greater than 2 years of experience in a licensed health care role, such as an LPN or EMT role, etc., and must have successfully passed the NCLEX licensure examination.

  • As required by job posting. Required

  • LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
  • CRT-Specialty Certification - UNKNOWN Unknown 2 Yrs required
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required Or
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - CANADIAN HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation Upon Hire required
  • CRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association Critical Care, Emergency Care, Pre-Op and PACU, Radiology 180 Days required
  • CRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association Endoscopy (exception: Dearborn, Farmington Hills, Taylor) Upon Hire required
  • CRT-Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - ENA Emergency Nurses Association Emergency Care 1 Year required And
  • CRT-Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) - ENA Emergency Nurses Association Emergency Care 1 Year required Or
  • CRT-Pediatric Adv Life Support (PALS) - AHA American Heart Association Emergency Care 1 Year required
  • CRT-Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - AHA American Heart Association NICU, Family Birth Center, Mother Baby Care 180 Days required
  • CRT-Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification (C-EFM) - NCC National Certification Corporation Family Birth Center 1 Year
  • CRT-Pediatric Adv Life Support (PALS) - AHA American Heart Association Pediatrics 1 Year required
  • CRT-Pediatric Adv Life Support (PALS) - AHA American Heart Association Pre-op and PACU 180 Days required
  • CRT-NIH Stroke Certification - NIHSS National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Neuro ICU 90 Days required

How Corewell Health cares for you
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location
SITE - Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton
Department Name
Progressive Care Unit 1E - Trenton Hosp
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Night (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
36
Hours of Work
7p-7a
Days Worked
3
Weekend Frequency
Every other weekend
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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