Advanced Practice Professional (NP) Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
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How to Apply
This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.
Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.
NPs are directed to apply to job # 275269 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 275270
A total of three (3), 1.0 FTE Advanced Practice Professionals (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
In collaboration with cardiac surgery acute care team, manages acute and critically ill pre and post-surgical infants and children with congenital/acquired heart disease.
Perform detailed history and physical examinations
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, radiographs, and clinical studies.
Order/prescribe and titrate medications.
Perform various diagnostic, therapeutic, and minor surgical procedures.
Maintain continuity of care
Collaborate with providers/consultants to coordinate clinical care.
Document patient status, evaluation, and treatment plan
Facilitate patient transfer across levels of care, including writing discharge orders and communicating specific patient needs to team members.
Provide education for patients, families, staff.
Participation in quality assurance activities.
Note: This is a 40-hour night position with rotation to days as needed. Includes weekends and holidays.
Required Qualifications*
Nurse Practitioner
Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan
Current specialty certification to practice as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Acute care certification; primary care considered with appropriate experience
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Certification as a Nurse Practitioner from accredited organization
State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
Current DEA registration required
AHA approved PALS certification or the ability to obtain prior to employment
Two years of recent clinical practice experience in pediatric care or intensive care in a subspecialty
Physician Assistant
Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
Current DEA registration required
AHA approved PALS certification or the ability to obtain prior to employment
Two years of recent clinical practice experience in pediatric care or intensive care in a subspecialty
NOTE:
*Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications*
2 years practicing as an Advanced Practice Provider in pediatric acute care; preference in cardiac care
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization and problem solving skills.
Demonstrated expertise in facilitating the educational growth of others
Involvement in profession development and quality improvement
Experience prioritizing busy work environment
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Full Time Salary range: $138,489 - $213,657 /year
What benefits can you look forward to?
Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
Group Term Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Plan
Generous Time Off Allowances
$2200 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above)
Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
Tuition Support Progam
Wellness Plans
Work/Life Resources
Nursing Specific Info
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.
Nursing Specific Info
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Work Schedule
Appointment: 40 Hours
Shift: This is a 40-hour night position with rotation to days as needed. Includes weekend and holidays shifts as required by the service.
Location: Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery (Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and possible Acute Care)
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Advanced Practice Nursing opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at (734) 936-5183 or e-mail [email protected] . For a current listing of all open APRN job opportunities at UMHS, please visit www.UMnursing.org (http://www.umhspa.org/) .
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
275269
Working Title
Advanced Practice Professional (NP) Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
Job Title
NP CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM CW Cardiac Surg OR/FI Cover
Posting Begin/End Date
3/23/2026 - 4/12/2026
Career Interest
Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Advanced Practice Professional
Nursing- Cardiology/ Cardiovascular
Nursing- Pediatrics
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