Observation Unit Nurse
Marquette, MI
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse in the Observation Unit at a top specialty care hospital in Marquette, MI (ZIP 49855). This travel nursing job offers the chance to deliver patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical setting while enjoying Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula. Discover rewarding healthcare opportunities, professional growth, and work-life balance in one of the Midwest's most desirable locations.

Travel Nursing Job Details – Marquette, MI

• Location: Marquette, Michigan 49855 (Upper Peninsula)
• Healthcare Setting: Observation Unit, 225-bed specialty care hospital
• Assignment Type: Travel RN contract
• Start Date: December 8, 2025
• End Date: March 9, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Nursing Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00pm-7:00am)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours (0.9 FTE, 72 hours per pay period)
• Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Rotating weekends and holidays
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1880 - $2020
• Patient Population: Adult patients (18+)
• Unit Size: 10 beds
• Electronic Health Record: Cerner
• Dress Code: Galaxy blue scrubs

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active RN license in Michigan or compact state (required for Michigan nursing jobs)
• At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience
• BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association)
• NIH Stroke Scale and Tele/ECG competency
• Ability to float to Medical, Cardiac, and Neuro-Ortho units
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Preferred: Telemetry experience; TNCC or ENPC certifications

Med/Surg RN Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments in the Observation Unit
• Develop and adjust individualized care plans based on provider orders and patient needs
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments according to hospital protocols
• Monitor and report vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic findings
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Document all nursing interventions and patient responses in Cerner EHR
• Facilitate admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently
• Support safe transitions of care and coordinate follow-up appointments
• Respond to emergencies and perform interventions within RN scope of practice
• Maintain compliance with infection control, patient safety, and hospital policies
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives for better patient outcomes

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now to join our healthcare team in Marquette, Michigan and make a difference in patient care!

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