Nursing Residency & Orientation Programs

Children's Hospital of Michigan's Nursing Education Department teaches and supports nurses and patient care employees through our orientation programs and ongoing education that impact patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Pediatric Units and Specialties

Graduate nurses may apply for nursing positions posted on the pediatric specialty units listed here. Available nurse positions will be posted on the DMC website at dmc.org/careers.

Acute Care (Medical/Surgical)

  • 6 East: Infant/Toddler Respiratory, Neuro, I.D.
  • 6 West: Hem/Onc, BMT and Nephrology
  • 5 East: Surgical, Burns, Physical Rehabilitation
  • 5 West: Endocrine, Neurosurgical

Critical Care

  • Pediatric E.D. and Observation unit
  • Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)
  • Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU)

How to Apply

It's strongly recommended to search and apply for RN positions several months early (see FAQs)

  1. Go to www.dmc.org/careers and create an account (do this at anytime)
  2. Select “DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan” and “Nursing”  under  FACILITY and CATEGORY
  3. Click on RN positions of  interest, then complete and submit online application form

Our orientation programs have a strong emphasis on pediatric safety and are available for:

Click on a program name above to learn more about each program, the application requirements and how to apply.

General Information: Orientation for Experienced Nurses

Positions for Experienced Nurses at Children's Hospital of Michigan usually require at least 1-year's RN experience. Nurses who have worked less than 1500 hours (total) in direct patient care and Graduate nurses should consider applying to our Post-Baccalaurate Pediatric Nurse Residency Program.

Orientation Program Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) is highly preferred
  • Holds a nursing degree from an Accredited College or University
  • Have RN license number in the State of Michigan
  • Ability to work 12 hour shifts, off-shifts and weekends
  • BLS Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association - No Red Cross

TO APPLY: Go to our careers website to create an account, view position postings and apply to nurse positions at any time.

Nursing orientation begins the second Monday of each calendar month. Orientation is provided on the unit of hire and also includes some pediatric orientation classes. Unit specific classes may also be required.

Nursing Residency & Orientation Programs

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