About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This Registered Nurse — Progressive Care (PCU) role with our confidential client provides direct inpatient nursing care for medically complex patients in a progressive care setting. You will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care, coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, and support patient transitions and family education.

• Provide assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for assigned progressive care patients
• Monitor and manage patients with complex medical conditions, including telemetry and post-procedure care
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and advanced treatments per policy and scope of practice
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, case managers and other clinicians to optimize patient outcomes
• Document care accurately and timely in the patient health record
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and unit-based education

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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications (must-haves):

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or District of Columbia
• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (ACEN or CCNE, or equivalent accepted credential)
• Demonstrated clinical competency consistent with progressive care nursing (or eligible for appropriate grade assignment per education and experience)
• English language proficiency sufficient for safe practice and documentation
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role (standing/walking, lifting/transferring patients with assistance when required)

Grade/level guidance (examples — final assignment depends on education and verified experience):

• Nurse I, Level I — ADN/diploma with no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse I, Level II — ADN/diploma + 1 year specialized experience OR BSN with no additional experience
• Nurse I, Level III — ADN/diploma + 2 years (one year equivalent to Level II) OR BSN + 1 year equivalent to Level II, etc.
• Nurse II / Nurse III — advanced degrees and progressive leadership/clinical experience as listed in the confidential client’s qualification standards

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Preferred / Helpful Skills

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or step-down experience
• Telemetry monitoring skills and ACLS/BLS certification
• Strong clinical judgment, time management, and patient-advocacy skills
• Experience with electronic health records and documentation best practices

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Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Visual acuity, clear speech, and manual dexterity required
• Extended periods of standing, walking, stooping, bending, and occasional patient transfers
• Potential exposure to infectious materials — PPE provided as needed
• Occasional encounters with combative or cognitively impaired patients; requires emotional maturity and flexibility

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Compensation & Employment Details

• Employment type: Full time (Contractor opportunity may apply depending on hiring track)
• Salary range (provided by the confidential client): $81,479 - $139,574 per year
• Location: Ann Arbor, MI
• Schedule: Shift work typical to inpatient progressive care units; specific shift and rotation details determined at hire

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Why Join (Benefits & Culture)

• Work with a mission-driven care team serving complex patient needs
• Competitive pay range with opportunities for professional development
• Access to ongoing education, clinical advancement pathways, and supportive interdisciplinary teams
• Employment administered by the confidential client; Careertakes facilitates the hiring process

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Notes on Eligibility & Hiring Process

• Candidates must meet required licensure and credentialing prior to start
• Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) exception: limited, temporary appointment may be available while pursuing licensure (per confidential client policies)
• Final grade/level and compensation will be determined after review of education, licensure, and verified experience

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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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