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*
- Provide direct nursing care to patients and families in the Wound Care Clinic
- Provide coordination of care across the continuum for patients and families of the Comprehensive Wound Care Clinic
- Serve as a clinical resource and consultant to patients, families and providers in the management of complex and chronic wounds
- Assist providers with care of clinic patients including treatments, assessment and patient care orders
- Perform daily phone and triage tasks in MiChart related to patient concerns, issues, and needs.
- Provide consultation and recommendations of wound care supplies and equipment.
- Orders tests, renews prescriptions, informs patients of the results from tests, telephone triage (gathering information, giving instructions and answers to patients, teaching, relaying problems to MDs, and making decisions for patients to come to ER or clinic using nursing assessment skills).
- Participate in the development of institutional policies, procedures, and guidelines in keeping with evidenced-based practice and standards
- Participate in quality assurance/quality improvement and evidenced-based practice initiatives related to wound care.
Expectations
- Demonstrated ability to practice independently, set goals, promote teamwork, coordinate and perform multiple activities and problem solve as measured by interview, references, and performance evaluations.
- Demonstrated ability to set and implement priorities, organize and delegate effectively and efficiently.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate well with others (including peers, learners, faculty and members of other hospital-based clinical service teams).
- Demonstrate abilities in interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills and problem-solving skills within all levels of the health care team.
Required Qualifications*
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan Medicine
- Five (5) or more years direct patient care with the adult surgical population
- Two (2) or more years (within the last 5 years) caring for patients with acute and chronic wounds
NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications*
- BSN
- WOCN-Certified
- Ambulatory care experience preferred
- Previous experience with the ordering and management of DME preferred
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and work autonomously to prioritize patient care needs.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and maintain professional working relationships
- Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills in daily practice.
- Two (2) or more years of recent (in last 5 years) experience with electronic medical records, specifically EPIC.
- Computer/typing skills such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
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: 20 hours
Shift / Days / Hours: Day Shift, variable shifts, Monday through Friday. Flexibility in scheduling is required
Location: Dominos Farms wiht locations as needed based on divisional growth changes/ strategies. This is not a remote position.
* 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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.