Nurse New Grad Residency - Emergency Department

Sparrow Health System; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking recent nursing graduates for their Emergency Department Residency program. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center, providing essential nursing services under the guidance of experienced RNs. As a Nurse Intern, you'll assess patients, develop care plans, and communicate vital information to ensure high-quality patient care. Join a team committed to excellence in nursing and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your nursing career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved Nursing program required.
• Clinical knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients and initiates appropriate nursing care under RN supervision.
• Communicates and documents significant patient care information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical knowledge

Critical thinking skills

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Nurse New Grad Residency - Emergency Department

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Job ID: 48650

Recent & Upcoming Nurse Graduates should apply for September 8, 2025 cohort

Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

The Nurse Intern provides professional nursing services guided by the Transformational Model for the Professional Practice of Nursing under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Nurse Intern role is considered temporary until RN licensure is obtained.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Assesses patients and initiates appropriate nursing and/or medical care under supervision of the RN and appropriately documents patient response in the medical record.
• Develops plan of care cooperatively with RN. Individualizes care and collaborates with the patient and available resources.
• Communicates and documents significant patient care information and changes in patient condition to RN and other medical personnel as appropriate.
• Educates patient and family according to assessed needs collaboratively with RN.
• Performs nursing activities in accordance with Sparrow Health System policy and procedures, Michigan Public Health Code and ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Provides a safe environment for patient, family and other caregivers.
• Nurse interns must be assigned with an RN preceptor because they are not licensed. They are not allowed to:
  • Provide care independently
  • Administer medications
  • Receive physician verbal orders
  • Note and sign physician orders
  • Develop care plans independently
• Nurse Interns with an LPN license do not practice as LPN’s.

Job Requirements

General Requirements: Successful completion of an approved Nursing program and application for licensure exam or pending issuance of State of MI RN license due to transfer process from other US State. NCLEX exam should be completed as soon as possible. Basic Life Support within 60 days of hire.

Work Experience: Clinical knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to deliver quality patient care.

Education: Associate degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing - preferred.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Interpersonal skills for effective communication; Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

If you are a current Nursing Student in your final year or a New Graduate Nurse interested in the Sparrow Lansing Emergency Department Residency, please submit an application to start the interview process to solidify placement in Mid-Michigan's only Level 1 Trauma Center.

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing Emergency Department is a Level 1 Trauma Center as well as being a center of excellence for bariatric, stroke and cardiac care. The ER has 4 trauma rooms as well as 62 private patient rooms: 48 adult and 14 pediatric. These rooms are utilized for the treatment of all kinds of injuries and conditions including: major trauma, neuro, cardiac, pediatrics and high risk OB. The department utilizes a 5 level triage system and advanced nursing guidelines to help expedite patient care. The ER also has on site ER case management RN’s, SANE (sexual assault nurse examiner) RN's and ground Critical Care Transport team. Recently re-designated as a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, Sparrow's ER is committed to providing quality care to every patient, every time.

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Registered Nurses/Nursing Leadership

Requirements:

Shift Variable

Degree Type / Education Level: Associate

Status: Full-time

Facility: Sparrow Hospital

Experience Level: New Grad