Nursing Careers at Kettering Health
A place where our culture sets us apart and brings us together.
What to Expect
Nursing is the backbone of patient care at Kettering Health. From the moment a patient arrives to the time they go home, nurses support patients by coordinating care, advocating for patients, educating families, and guiding care to support recovery. If you are looking for a career that matters and a team that strives for excellence, this is it.
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Collaboration
A collaborative, team-first environment with support on every shift.
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Work-life Balance
Leadership that prioritizes flexibility and work-life balance.
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Career Growth
Opportunities to grow and cross-train across imaging modalities.
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Innovation
Access to advanced technology and a diverse patient population.
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Explore Nursing Careers Across the System
Nursing roles at Kettering Health span a wide range of specialties, acuity levels, and care settings. Whether you are a new grad looking for your first role or an experienced nurse ready for a new challenge, there is a place for you here.
Where Patient Care Comes Together
The culture across nursing teams is one of genuine support. People here describe a family-like environment where experienced nurses look foster and grow newer ones, leadership is present and approachable, and the shared commitment to patients creates strong bonds between colleagues.
Nurses work shoulder-to-shoulder with physicians, therapists, care managers, and support staff to make sure every patient gets what they need, when they need it. The goal is not just safe care—it is fast, effective care that gets people back to their lives.
What new team members can expect from day one:
- Clear paths for growth from the beginning of your career
- A welcoming team that is invested in your success from the start
- A structured orientation with hands-on learning and dedicated preceptors
- A Compass Program mentor assigned to you beyond your day-to-day preceptor
- Unit-based leadership that is accessible and engaged
Built to Help You Practice at Your Best
Kettering Health invests in the tools, technology, and programs that help nurses focus on patients rather than working around outdated systems.
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Career Ladder
A defined clinical ladder gives nurses a clear framework for advancement based on their contributions, skills, and professional development, with tangible recognition at each level.
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Nurse Leader Fellowship Program
Beyond residency, a fellowship program supports nurses looking to deepen their expertise and move into advanced or specialized roles within the system.
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Certification Support
EdCor tuition reimbursement covers up to two certifications per team member, and certification review classes are available to help nurses prepare.
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Continuing Education
More than 260 education activities totaling over 960 contact hours are available through the system, with unlimited CE access through Healthstream.
Your First Steps
Starting your nursing career is one of the biggest transitions you will make, and Kettering Health builds its programs around making that transition a confident one. New grads do not just get a preceptor and a schedule; they get a full support structure designed to help them grow into the nurse they are working to become.
At a Glance
4,000+
nurses and nursing support team members system-wide
10+
campuses and over 200 care settings across the network
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structured support through the Compass Mentorship Program
206+
continuing education activities available