How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

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.

Job Summary

These job openings are for a Unit-Based Temporary RN position with Occupational Health Services.

• Note: Flu clinics begin early September with training beginning in August. Interested applicants should apply if they are reasonably confident that they will be available August - December 2026. A minimum of 2 flu clinics a week September to October is expected.
• Please note that this position does not qualify for Michigan Medicine benefits and specific terms and conditions of employment are negotiated at the department level.
• These positions are not covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Michigan and the Michigan Nurses Association and the UofM professional Nurses Council.
• In addition: Unit-based temporary employees who have worked 400 hours in a calendar year then become a Per Diem employee and have an obligation to pay dues or service fees as covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Michigan and the UofM professional Nurses Council.
• Once the employee meets the 400 hours threshold, they then are a union member for the duration of employment as Per Diem.
• Temporary APRN employees and MVC temporary employees are not eligible for Per Diem status.

Responsibilities*

This position is responsible for administering vaccinations, per established protocols, based on the nursing process, and vaccine manufacturer guidelines. Additional responsibilities include:

• Recording administered vaccine in Enterprise Health and assisting with verifying flu vaccine documents submitted via portal
• Managing clinic supplies/inventory
• Responsible for set-up and break down of clinic area and transportation of vaccine and supplies.
• Refers to the protocol (containing the signed physician?s order for vaccine immunizations and emergency treatment as well as protocols and procedures) as needed. *Confirms that all systems are in place before beginning to see patients.
• Other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Flu clinics are held at various Michigan Medicine locations both onsite and offsite and clinic hours vary with some weekend and evening clinics.

Nursing Specific Information
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. . If you have questions regarding this position or would like assistance with nursing opportunities, please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734)936-5183.

Required Qualifications*

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan
• Successful completion of a program in nursing
• 6 months of acute nursing experience or equivalent
• Ability to work autonomously in a non-structured environment

NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal and external applicants):

• You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing
• Good verbal and written skills
• Good organizational and leadership skills
• Possession of broad-based skill
• Two years nursing experience

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.

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 the work modes.

Work Schedule

Hours will vary based on clinic need. Flu clinics are held at various Michigan Medicine locations both onsite and offsite in the Ann Arbor area.

Additional Information

This job posting is for a Michigan Medicine Temporary position. Temporary employment may be full or part time, but in either case is limited in duration. Please review the full position description for details.

Additional Information

PER DIEM/UNIT-BASED TEMPORARY NURSE GUIDELINES

1. Each Per Diem or unit-based temporary employee working three or more shifts per scheduling period will be scheduled to work a minimum of two weekend shifts per scheduling period (8 hours = 1 shift). The contractual definition of a weekend applies for Per Diem or unit-based temporary employees.*
Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurses who preschedule two or fewer shifts per scheduling period do not have to meet the weekend requirements.
They may add additional UNANTICIPATED SHIFTS ONLY.

2. Each Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurse will be expected to work a portion of scheduled shifts on off shifts (recommended guide: 25%).

3. Managers may establish additional guidelines based upon individual unit scheduling requirements. Therefore, it is recommended that managers and per diem nurses or unit-based temporary meet to discuss specific unit expectations.

4. Each Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurse will be scheduled to work the number of shifts during holiday weeks that reflects his/her normal scheduling pattern. Per Diem or unit-based temporary nurses should be scheduled to work shifts during three out of the six holiday weeks and one of these weeks 

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.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening 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.