Registered Nurse Critical Care Nurse Residency Program

Overview

Registered Nurse – Critical Care Nurse Residency Program

Munson Medical Center offers an intensive Critical Care Residency Program designed to support new graduate nurses as they transition into the critical care environment. This 12‑month residency provides a strong foundation in critical care nursing while fostering professional growth, clinical excellence, and confidence at the bedside.

• First‑Round Interview: Preliminary phone interview with a member of the recruitment team to discuss interest and career goals
• Second‑Round Interview: Interview with unit leadership (in person interviews are strongly encouraged)

Applicants applying outside of the listed application periods are encouraged to contact a recruiter directly to discuss potential opportunities. Please contact Kerri Seach at

The Critical Care Residency Program offers an exciting opportunity to work in one of three acuity‑adaptive, critical & intermediate care units:

• Intensive Care Unit: A 20‑bed ICU and a 10‑bed step‑down ICU specializing in the care of patients with traumatic injuries, respiratory failure, and complex neurological conditions.
• Cardiac Care Unit: A 30‑bed unit specializing in advanced cardiac care, including care of patients with acute myocardial infarctions, cardiac dysrhythmias, cardiogenic shock, and severe heart failure.
• Cardiothoracic Unit: A 30‑bed unit specializing in care of post‑cardiothoracic surgical patients, including those recovering from CABG, 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.

• Online learning modules
• Didactic education from content experts
• High‑fidelity simulation
• Case studies
• Unit‑based orientation

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.

To be considered for the Critical Care Residency Program, candidates must complete both steps below:

Your professional portfolio should include:

Please save documents using the following format:

• Last Name, First Initial Cover Letter
• Last Name, First Initial Resume
• Apply the same format to all submitted documents

What’s

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• New RNs are accepted
• Proof of MI RN license
• For those hired into an RN position after January 1, 2015, it is required to obtain a BSN within 5 years of start date
• Medication delivery and counting of narcotics or witnessing waste of narcotics may not be done until the RN licensure is obtained (if practicing as a GN)
• Experience in the clinical area in which application has been made is desirable

• Balance – Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town
• Opportunity – Be a part of northern Michigan’s leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system
• Flexibility – A career that can change as your life changes
• Teamwork – Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!

• Early Hire or Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000
• Competitive salaries
• Full benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off (up to 19 days…