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*

• Serve as a clinical resource and consultant in a multi-disciplinary setting to patients, families, nurses, and medical staff specializing in ostomy care, peristomal wound management, and complex wounds.
• Perform daily phone and triage tasks in MiChart related to patient concerns, issues, and needs.
• Perform professional presentations/ lectures.
• Care is focused on young adults, adult, and geriatric patient population.  Pediatric care will be provided as deemed appropriate.
• Collaborate with the nursing school and/or other groups, both inside and outside the institution, to support outpatient ostomy needs.
• Perform pre-operative and post-operative care for patients and families, which includes education, surgical markings, and plans of care in the outpatient setting.
• Provide consultation and recommendations of wound and ostomy care supplies and equipment.
• Develop patient, family, and nursing education materials related to management of complex wounds, fistulas, and ostomy care.
• Plan and implement educational programs for healthcare professionals (students, residents, fellows, etc.) to support professional development programs.
• Participate in the development of institutional policies, procedures, and guidelines in keeping with evidenced-based practice and standards for nursing care of complex wounds, fistulas, and ostomies. 
• Participate in quality assurance/quality improvement and evidenced-based practice initiatives related to ostomy and wound care.
• Participate in department committee meetings to improve ostomy/wound care across the care continuum.

Nursing Specific Info

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

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*

As evidence by interviews, recent performance appraisals, and reference feedback:

• A current license in the State of Michigan as a Registered Nurse.
• Educational Requirement; applicant must meet one of the following: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing OR an Associates degree or diploma in Nursing and a Master’s degree in Nursing
• Must have a minimum of 5-years experience with complex patients in a critical care setting.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years recent (within the last four (4) years) ostomy and wound care experience in direct patient care (inpatient, outpatient, or home-care) setting.
• Minimum of 1 year, and currently credentialed, in wound, ostomy, and continence nursing care (CWOCN certification) by an accredited national certification board and maintain certification while in this role.

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*

• Demonstrated ability to perform professional presentations/lectures. 
• Demonstrated evidenced-based research practice for improved patient care. 
• Experience developing and providing education related to WOCN practices and/or patient care to healthcare professionals.
• Must be self-directed and flexible, with the ability to prioritize and work autonomously.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills in daily practice:  assessment, planning, intervention, an evaluation.
• Demonstrated collaborative practice including commitment to self-directed and autonomous practice.  
• Must have excellent time management skills and prioritize patient care needs.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional working relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrated through previous evaluations.

Work Schedule

Hours per week: 40 hours
Shift / Days / Hours:  Day Shift, Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm
Location: primarily Taubman Center and UH Cancer Center with some potential for other locations as needed based on division growth changes/strategies.
 

*Note: 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.

Decision Making 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.   

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.