RN Critical Care Unit

spectrumhealth; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay (Payactiv)

Discounts directory

Identity theft protection

Home and auto insurance

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital, St. Joseph, MI, is seeking an experienced RN for the Critical Care Unit on the night shift (7 p.m.–7:30 a.m.). The unit features 18 beds with 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratios, high-acuity care, and advanced monitoring. Full-time role with a sign-on bonus up to $20,000 for external candidates.

You will deliver comprehensive nursing care, collaborate with residents and attendings, and ensure patient-family centered planning aligned with Corewell Health policies.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Michigan (MI RN).
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required within specified timelines.
• Associate degree in nursing with BSN preferred within 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care using the nursing process with patient/family centered care.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and discharge patient care under Nurse Leader supervision.
• Collaborate with ICU team and document education and care plans in health records.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NIH Stroke Scale NIHSS

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (within 5 years)

MI Registered Nurse (RN) license

NCLEX licensure

Job description

Corewell Health is offering up to $20,000 as a sign on bonus for this opportunity! (external candidates only)

About the Unit

Winner of the 2025 AACN Silver Beacon Award, the Critical Care Unit (CCU) is an 18-bed mixed ICU managing adult surgical, trauma, neuro, medical, and cardiothoracic/vascular patients. Nurse to patient ratio is 1:2 and adjusted for acuity throughout the shift. We have residents and attendings present for both shifts to support continued medical care and treatment. We utilize IABP, CRRT, EEG-continuous monitoring, Acumen IQ, ICP monitoring, BIS monitoring, and TTM devices.

About Corewell Health South - Lakeland Hospitals

The health system comprises three hospitals, an outpatient surgery center, a regional cancer center, rehabilitation centers, two long-term care residences, home care and hospice services, and 34 affiliate physician practice locations. We provide both inpatient and outpatient medical services throughout Southwest Michigan.

Scope of Work

The RN, under the ANA scope of practice utilizes the framework of the nursing process to provide professional nursing care by incorporating patient-family centered care principles to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and discharge. The RN provides quality patient care under the direction of the Nurse Leader according to Corewell Health policies and procedures and recognises the impact of nursing care and patient/family partnerships on patient outcomes. The RN partners with and utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care and develops teaching strategies for patient/family; documents education and learning appropriately in health record.

Qualifications

Required

• Associates in Nursing
• Bachelors in Nursing within 5 years
• Graduates from a non-accredited school of nursing must have at least one year of acute care experience or at least two years of experience in a licensed health care role and must have successfully passed the NCLEX licensure examination.
• MI Registered Nurse (RN)
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days
• AHA Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days
• NIH Stroke Certification - NIHSS National Institute of Health Stroke Scale within 90 days

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 - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Intensive Care Unit D 4 St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every third weekend

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.