Registered Nurse - Critical Care Nurse Residency Program
Munson Healthcare
Summary
Munson Medical Center offers an intensive 12-month Critical Care Residency Program designed to support new graduate nurses transitioning into the critical care environment, fostering professional growth, clinical excellence, and confidence at the bedside.
Job description
Critical Care Nurse Residency Program
Munson Medical Center offers an intensive 12-month Critical Care Residency Program designed to support new graduate nurses transitioning into the critical care environment, fostering professional growth, clinical excellence, and confidence at the bedside.
Program Overview
Residents work in one of three acuity adaptable, critical & intermediate care units:
- Intensive Care Unit: 20-bed ICU and 10-bed step down ICU specializing in traumatic injuries, respiratory failure, and complex neurological conditions
- Cardiac Care Unit: 30-bed unit specializing in advanced cardiac care including acute myocardial infarctions, cardiac dysrhythmia, cardiogenic shock, and severe heart failure
- Cardiothoracic Unit: 30-bed unit specializing in post-cardiothoracic surgical patients including coronary artery bypass grafts, valve repairs and replacements, lung and esophageal surgeries
Residents are supported through structured education, hands-on clinical experiences, and expert mentorship in a collaborative, high-acuity environment.
Curriculum Highlights
- Online learning modules
- Didactic education from content experts
- High-fidelity simulation
- Case studies
- Unit-based orientation
Eligibility Requirements
This residency program is designed for nurses who are early in their professional nursing practice and entering the critical care environment, with fewer than four (4) months of acute care nursing experience.
Application Process
Candidates must complete both steps: apply online and submit a professional portfolio to Kerri Seach. Preferred format: PDF or Microsoft Word documents.
Professional Portfolio Requirements
- Cover Letter: introduce yourself and describe your goals and interest in critical care nursing
- Resume: include all education and work experience with dates and a list of clinical rotations
- Clinical Narrative: a story demonstrating how you provided exceptional care to a patient or family member
- Letter of Recommendation: one (1) professional letter
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- New RN's are accepted
- Proof of MI RN license
- Obtain a BSN within 5 years of start date for those hired into an RN position after January 1, 2015
- Fewer than four (4) months of acute care nursing experience
- Experience in the clinical area in which application has been made is desirable
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus
- Competitive Salaries
- Full Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Educational Opportunities
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Wellness Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
Company overview
Munson Healthcare is a comprehensive regional healthcare system serving northern Michigan and the surrounding areas. As a leading healthcare provider in the region, Munson Healthcare operates multiple hospitals, medical centers, and outpatient facilities across a 25-county service area. The system is anchored by Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, which serves as the region's tertiary referral center and Level II Trauma Center. Munson Healthcare provides a full spectrum of medical services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical services, cancer care, heart and vascular services, women's health, and behavioral health services. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while also focusing on community health initiatives and preventive care programs. With a strong emphasis on clinical excellence and innovation, Munson Healthcare collaborates with academic medical centers and participates in clinical research to bring advanced medical treatments to the communities it serves. The healthcare system plays a vital role in the regional economy and public health infrastructure of northern Michigan.