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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.
Responsibilities*
The Brandon Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the University of Michigan is a 59 bed Level IV neonatal center serving our region, state and beyond. We remain one of the state's leading referral centers for premature newborns and infants with complex medical problems, complex surgical problems or unusual anomalies, need for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), high frequency ventilation, nitric oxide therapy, and whole body or selective head cooling for hypothermic neuroprotection.
About 80% of the Newborn ICU admissions are inborn and 20% are transported from our referral region and state. We offer 24/7 neonatal transport services with Newborn ICU RNs as members of the transport team.
Our specialized nursing team members provide quality nursing care to newborns from the acute phase of illness through recovery. A family-centered approach to care is practiced in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
We provide individualized support and education to families during hospitalization and in preparation for discharge. We empower families to participate in decision making for and in the care of their child.
Required Qualifications*

• Current unrestricted RN licensure to practice in the State of Michigan Medicine
• Minimum 1-year current neonatal intensive care RN experience, or
• Minimum 2-years current pediatric inpatient RN experience, or
• Minimum 3-years current critical care RN experience, or
• Minimum 3-years current high-risk labor and delivery RN experience

• Expectations of the Position:
• Successful completion of a shadow experience within the clinical environment during the interview process.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in responding to a rapidly changing clinical environment.
• Effectively manages conflict, remains receive to feedback, and incorporates feedback into practice.
• Exhibits a strong understanding of the complexities associated with caring for the neonatal patient population.
• Utilizes advanced critical thinking, complex problem-solving skills, and clear, effective communication in clinical situations.
• Collaborates effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment while demonstrating strong delegation and prioritization skills.

A shadow of the clinical environment is required as part of the interview process.
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*

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Recent Level IV NICU nursing experience or experience caring for medically and surgically complex pediatric patients.
• Experience managing patients requiring advanced respiratory support, including high-frequency ventilation.
• ECMO training and experience, including neonatal ECMO.
• Critical care transport experience, including neonatal transport.
• Experience with complex vascular access, including PICC insertion and management.
• Experience in unit-based leadership roles, including charge nurse, unit-based committees, shared governance, or quality improvement initiatives.
• National specialty certification relevant to critical care or neonatal nursing (e.g., RNC-NIC, CCRN, C-ELBW).
• Proficiency with Epic, including Code Narrator documentation.

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:

• 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 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.
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.
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 .
Work Schedule
Hours Per Week: 36 hours
Shift/Hours/Days: Night shift-12 hour shifts; Monday through Friday with rotating weekends. Other shift patterns may be available.
Location: 8 West, Brandon Newborn Intensive Care Unit
All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census.
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 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.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
280015
Working Title
REGISTERED NURSE (Mott Childrens Hospital- Brandon Neonatal ICU)
Job Title
REGISTERED NURSE - LEVEL C
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM CW 8W
Posting Begin/End Date
7/10/2026 - 9/04/2026
Career Interest
Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Critical Care
Nursing- Pediatrics