Graduate Nurse

OPEN POSITION:

The Graduate Nurse demonstrates excellent customer service performance in that his/her attitude and actions are always consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission and Values of Covenant and the commitment to Keeping our Promise of Caring. The Graduate Nurse is responsible and accountable for assisting the patient to move safely and effectively through the hospitalization. The primary Graduate Nurse responsibilities include leadership, direction, and feedback to care team members; assessment, collaboration, and coordination regarding plan of care; patient and family education; pain management; patient safety; and planning for patient discharge under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse mentor. 

The Graduate Nurse is a temporary status pending Registered Nurse licensure and successful completion of the Michigan Registered Nurse Board examination within 45 days of hire or as soon as a test date can be scheduled. Retention following the failure of the State Boards will be at the Manager’s discretion. A failed RN Board exam must be repeated as soon after the 90-day waiting period as possible.