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Program Overview

Confidential Client is hiring motivated new nurses for a January 2027 Graduate Nurse / Nurse Residency Program based in Michigan Center, MI. This 12-month residency supports new graduates transitioning to professional practice with structured learning, clinical preceptorship, peer support groups, workshops, and competency reviews. The program offers multiple clinical tracks, full-time benefit-eligible positions, and a sign-on bonus (amount varies by area).

• Program start date: Monday, January 11, 2027
• Program length: 12 months
• Employment type: Full-time, benefit eligible
• Estimated pay (source): $69,385 per year (estimated)

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Residency Tracks

Residents may be placed in one of these clinical tracks based on availability and clinical fit:

• Medical / Surgical (including Clinical Decision Unit / Observation)
• Acuity-Adaptable Tower (progressive care preparedness)
• Emergency Department

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What You’ll Do

As a Nurse Resident you will:

• Deliver safe, patient-centered care under supervision while building clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills
• Work as part of an interprofessional team to achieve optimal patient outcomes
• Participate in competency reviews, workshops, and peer support groups to reinforce learning and professional growth
• Engage with preceptors and clinical educators to develop clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Help identify variances from patient goals and participate in implementing solutions

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Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with less than six (6) months of nursing experience in a related area of practice at time of hire
• Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program within 3 years of hire and completion of BSN within 5 years of hire

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Successfully pass NCLEX-RN and hold an active, unrestricted RN license within 60 days of hire. If NCLEX is not passed within that window, the candidate may be eligible to be placed in a Nursing Assistant role until RN license is obtained.

PREFERRED

• BLS Healthcare Provider certification preferred; must be completed within orientation if not already held

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Program Supports & Benefits

• Structured 12-month residency curriculum with clinical preceptors and academic support
• Peer groups and regular competency assessments
• Workshops to develop clinical reasoning, communication, and professional skills
• Full-time, benefit-eligible role with access to employer benefits (details provided by the hiring organization)
• Sign-on bonus offered (amount varies by unit)

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Compliance & Confidentiality

All applicant information will be handled in accordance with applicable EEO and privacy guidelines. Careertakes and Confidential Client comply with US federal, state, and local hiring laws where this job is posted. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities during the application and interview process; please indicate needed accommodations during communications.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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