Graduate Nurse Jobs in Michigan
Graduate Nurse jobs in Michigan are concentrated in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor, where large health systems like Henry Ford Health, Corewell Health, and Michigan Medicine drive consistent hiring at the new-graduate and early-career levels. Demand is especially strong in medical-surgical, critical care, and telemetry units, with pediatrics and behavioral health also active across the state. Michigan's dense network of academic medical centers and regional hospitals keeps openings steady year-round. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Title: Oak Street Health New Graduate Nurse Practitioner Fellowship
Location: South Lansing - 3022 S Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lansing, MI 48910
Fellowship Program Description:
Start your NP career in the future of healthcare! Oak Street Health’s NP Fellowship in Adult Primary Care is in formal collaboration with the University of Michigan School of Nursing. The program is set in the revolutionary value-based care model, which rewards healthcare companies for the quality of their care, not the quantity.
This 12-month paid fellowship will provide all the necessary skills, support, and learning required to become a highly confident and competent clinician for older adults. During the program, fellows spend time building their own patient panel, learning from a multitude of preceptors, and engaging in didactic content that aims to build on, not repeat, graduate training.
All fellows commit to working at Oak Street for at least a year following program completion, but we hope they will spend their careers at Oak Street improving the health of communities across the country. The program has two concurrent cohorts starting in September and March of every year.
The annual salary for this location is $100,000.
Benefits:
- One-year paid program.
- Fellows commit to a second year of employment with Oak Street Health following the fellowship and future opportunities to continue working with us.
- Competitive salary relative to other fellowship programs.
- Generous benefits, including vacation time, health insurance, retirement benefits, and CME stipend.
- Small patient panels and true interprofessional care team collaboration.
- Dedicated time for teamwork to ensure optimal health outcomes for your patients.
Requirements:
- Family, adult, or adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioners who graduated or will graduate from their programs between May 2025 and December 2026.
- Must currently reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the Fellowship program location for at least the next two years.
- Have not yet worked as an NP.
- Minimum of one year experience, within the last five years, working as an adult RN.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 in NP program.
- Have passed, or in the process of, passing NP board examinations by 12/7/26.
- Currently holds or will hold by 12/21/26 an active, non-probationary state NP license.
- A genuine passion for adult primary care.
- A supportive attitude toward our patient population of older adults.
- Embrace teamwork and the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant colleagues.
- Want to be a part of an innovative model focused on empirically guided population health.
- Language skills are strongly preferred, depending on clinic location.
- Someone who embodies being “Oaky”.
What does being “Oaky” look like?
- Radiating positive energy
- Assuming good intentions
- Creating an unmatched patient experience
- Driving clinical excellence
- Taking ownership and delivering results
- Being relentlessly determined
Application Timeline
Please upload your CV using the link below. Once submitted, it will be reviewed by the Fellowship staff. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will be invited to complete the full application. This next phase includes two short essays, the submission of three professional references, and supporting materials such as transcripts and applicable licenses.
We encourage prospective applicants to begin identifying references early. For the NP Fellowship Program, we require one (1) reference from a current or recent supervisor, and two (2) references from a Preceptor, Program Director, or Faculty member.
Why Oak Street Health?
Oak Street Health is on a mission to “rebuild healthcare as it should be'', providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient’s communities and focused on the quality of care over the volume of services. We’re an organization on the move! With over 160 locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody “Oaky” values and passion for our mission.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
Time Type
Full timePay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$87,035.00 - $187,460.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
This job does not have an application deadline, as CVS Health accepts applications on an ongoing basis.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Title: Oak Street Health New Graduate Nurse Practitioner Fellowship
Location: South Lansing - 3022 S Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lansing, MI 48910
Fellowship Program Description:
Start your NP career in the future of healthcare! Oak Street Health’s NP Fellowship in Adult Primary Care is in formal collaboration with the University of Michigan School of Nursing. The program is set in the revolutionary value-based care model, which rewards healthcare companies for the quality of their care, not the quantity.
This 12-month paid fellowship will provide all the necessary skills, support, and learning required to become a highly confident and competent clinician for older adults. During the program, fellows spend time building their own patient panel, learning from a multitude of preceptors, and engaging in didactic content that aims to build on, not repeat, graduate training.
All fellows commit to working at Oak Street for at least a year following program completion, but we hope they will spend their careers at Oak Street improving the health of communities across the country. The program has two concurrent cohorts starting in September and March of every year.
The annual salary for this location is $100,000.
Benefits:
- One-year paid program.
- Fellows commit to a second year of employment with Oak Street Health following the fellowship and future opportunities to continue working with us.
- Competitive salary relative to other fellowship programs.
- Generous benefits, including vacation time, health insurance, retirement benefits, and CME stipend.
- Small patient panels and true interprofessional care team collaboration.
- Dedicated time for teamwork to ensure optimal health outcomes for your patients.
Requirements:
- Family, adult, or adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioners who graduated or will graduate from their programs between May 2025 and December 2026.
- Must currently reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the Fellowship program location for at least the next two years.
- Have not yet worked as an NP.
- Minimum of one year experience, within the last five years, working as an adult RN.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 in NP program.
- Have passed, or in the process of, passing NP board examinations by 12/7/26.
- Currently holds or will hold by 12/21/26 an active, non-probationary state NP license.
- A genuine passion for adult primary care.
- A supportive attitude toward our patient population of older adults.
- Embrace teamwork and the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant colleagues.
- Want to be a part of an innovative model focused on empirically guided population health.
- Language skills are strongly preferred, depending on clinic location.
- Someone who embodies being “Oaky”.
What does being “Oaky” look like?
- Radiating positive energy
- Assuming good intentions
- Creating an unmatched patient experience
- Driving clinical excellence
- Taking ownership and delivering results
- Being relentlessly determined
Application Timeline
Please upload your CV using the link below. Once submitted, it will be reviewed by the Fellowship staff. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will be invited to complete the full application. This next phase includes two short essays, the submission of three professional references, and supporting materials such as transcripts and applicable licenses.
We encourage prospective applicants to begin identifying references early. For the NP Fellowship Program, we require one (1) reference from a current or recent supervisor, and two (2) references from a Preceptor, Program Director, or Faculty member.
Why Oak Street Health?
Oak Street Health is on a mission to “rebuild healthcare as it should be'', providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient’s communities and focused on the quality of care over the volume of services. We’re an organization on the move! With over 160 locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody “Oaky” values and passion for our mission.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
Time Type
Full timePay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$87,035.00 - $187,460.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
This job does not have an application deadline, as CVS Health accepts applications on an ongoing basis.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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The qualifications that appear most often in graduate nurse jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan RN license or eligibility to obtain one upon NCLEX passage
- Completion of an accredited associate or bachelor of science in nursing program
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
- Strong clinical communication and patient assessment skills demonstrated during clinicals
- Willingness to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
Graduate Nurse Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a graduate nurse in Michigan?
To become a graduate nurse in Michigan, you must complete an accredited nursing program and then apply for licensure through the Michigan Board of Nursing, which is part of the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. After your program ends, you sit for the NCLEX-RN exam, and Michigan issues your RN license upon passing. Many hospitals hire candidates as graduate nurses under a temporary permit while that process completes.
Which companies hire graduate nurses in Michigan?
Employers hiring graduate nurses in Michigan right now include NIVA Health, Tenet Healthcare, and MyMichigan Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems tend to post new-graduate cohorts on a rolling basis, particularly ahead of spring and fall graduation seasons.
Which Michigan cities have the most graduate nurse jobs?
Detroit, Kalamazoo, and Traverse City are the Michigan cities with the most graduate nurse openings. Detroit anchors the market through major academic and community hospital systems, Grand Rapids draws volume from Corewell Health's flagship campuses, and Ann Arbor's openings are driven primarily by Michigan Medicine, one of the largest academic medical centers in the country.
Are there remote graduate nurse jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Bedside nursing is inherently hands-on and almost always requires physical presence. About 0% of graduate nurse openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which is low compared to office-based fields. The roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are in telehealth triage, care coordination, or case management, which typically require some prior bedside experience first.
How can I get hired as a graduate nurse in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying to a formal new-graduate residency program. Henry Ford Health, Corewell Health, and Michigan Medicine all run structured nurse residency programs designed specifically for candidates coming straight out of school with no prior RN experience. These programs pair you with preceptors over several months and rotate you through a specialty unit. Having your NCLEX passed and your Michigan RN license in hand before you apply is the single biggest credential advantage in a competitive cohort.
Where can I find and apply to graduate nurse jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to graduate nurse jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly through the listing.
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