RN Post Surgical New Grad

Corewell Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

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Retirement options with match

Job summary

Corewell Health seeks a Graduate Nurse for the Post-Surgical Care Unit at Lakeland Hospital St Joseph, MI. You will perform assessments, develop a goal‑directed plan, and provide direct care under a mentoring nurse, with emphasis on learning and clinical training.

Successful Michigan RN licensure and NCLEX required; NIHSS within 90 days. This full‑time night shift role offers safety, teamwork, and a $20,000 sign‑on bonus where applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires MI RN license and successful NCLEX completion.
• Associate degree in nursing required; bachelor’s in nursing pursued within 5 years.
• Pending certifications: BLS and NIHSS within stated timeframes.
• Graduate Nurses will transition to RN within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing assessments in a systematic manner.
• Formulate a goal-directed plan of care and implement delegated activities.
• Collaborate with mentoring RN on nursing process and documentation.
• Support NIHSS certification within 90 days of start date.

Skills

RN license

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s in Nursing within 5 years

Tools

BLS Certification

NIHSS Certification

Job description

Corewell Health is offering up to $20,000 as a sign on bonus for this opportunity!

About The Unit

The Post-Surgical Care Unit is a fast-paced, 30-bed unit. We provide care for patients who have had different types of surgeries or procedures. We manage many lines, catheters, and drains. Our unit culture is welcoming, encourages learning, promotes teamwork, and focused on delivering high quality care!

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 Graduate Nurse plays a key role in the delivery of caring, competent patient care in conjunction with a mentoring Registered Nurse. Will perform assessments in an ongoing and systematic manner, formulate a goal directed plan of care and implement delegated interdependent and independent direct care activities based on skills learning and clinical training, assessment findings and evaluation of any previous interventions. Collaborates with mentoring RN on the nursing process, supporting documentation and other items as appropriate.

It is expected that Graduate Nurses will successfully obtain certification/licensure from the State of Michigan and transition into a Registered Nurse role within 60 days. For Corewell South, Graduate Nurses will successfully obtain NIHSS certification within 90 days of start date.

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)
• Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days

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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

Med Surg Care Unit Surgical A 2 St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

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.