Registered Nurse Med Surg
Petoskey, MI
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Nights
Relocation Bonus
$2,185/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Retention bonus
- Weekly pay
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Relocation bonus
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Discount program
Description
There are a lot of travel nursing agencies.
Most of them can submit you to a job.
The difference is what happens after you click apply.
At Wayward Medical Staffing, you get one point of contact, straight answers, permission before submission, and real check ins that are not just disguised extension calls.
We do the boring stuff well.
We answer fast.
We tell the truth.
We get your permission before putting your name in front of a facility.
And when something gets weird on assignment, we pick up the phone.
We’re not a billion-dollar staffing machine with five departments and four handoffs before someone learns your name.
We’re a Mom and Pop shop who puts relationships first. We’re built for travelers who want to be treated like humans, not chart numbers.
That means we stay with you through the full assignment, help you navigate the messy parts, and start thinking about your next contract before this one ends.
Our rule is simple:
No one gets burned.
If you want an agency that communicates clearly, follows through, and actually sticks around after you start, apply with Wayward.
We’ll walk you through the details and help you decide if this assignment is the right fit.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical (Nights)
Location: Petoskey, Michigan
Employment Type: Temporary
Shift: Nights
Hours per Day: 12
Unit Overview
- 28-bed Medical Surgical Unit with a diverse patient population including general and vascular surgery, bariatric surgery, plastic surgery, trauma, and stroke care.
- Fast-paced, challenging environment suitable for both graduate and experienced nurses.
- Patient-centered nursing focused on safety and quality care for positive outcomes.
- Active Unit Based Council promoting teamwork and a healthy work environment.
- Supportive orientation for new team members to foster professional growth.
- Collaborative interdisciplinary care team using clinical pathways, patient education, and interactive communication.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Michigan.
- Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience, with experience within the last year.
- Experience working with Level 1 or Level 2 Trauma patients.
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Important Policies
- Strict 3-strike attendance policy: termination after 3 absences or being more than 20 minutes late for scheduled shifts, with exceptions for documented communicable disease or hospitalization. Policy effective starting 6/1/2024.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
- Demonstrate clinical expertise and leadership by serving as a clinical resource and professional role model.
- Engage in lifelong learning through certification, advanced practice, and continuing education.
- Communicate effectively using SBAR and interdisciplinary methods.
- Manage time efficiently and assist team members to enhance overall team performance.
- Perform duties consistent with unit-specific competency-based objectives.
Contract Length
- Approximately 13 weeks.
Note: Compensation details and contact information have been excluded as per guidelines.
Employer
Wayward Medical
Wayward Sounds...
Like a Travel Nursing Agency that zigged while everyone else zagged.
Most agencies fight over the same giant hospitals.
We chose the places where travelers are remembered, not rotated through.
Critical Access Hospitals are where nurses get autonomy, community, and stories worth telling.
Less factory-line healthcare. More human healthcare. That’s the road we chose.
Built for travelers who want:
- Rural adventure
- A Recruiter who actually picks up the phone
- A career that feels meaningful
About Petoskey, MI
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Petoskey, MI here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 77°F and lows of 56°F.
- Average winter highs of 29°F and lows of 15°F.
- Short term rentals may be available, but options could be limited due to the city's size and popularity as a tourist destination.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is spread out and public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a relatively homogenous population with a majority of Caucasian residents.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant older population.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses.
- There is a small population of travel nurses due to the city's size.
- Plenty of locally owned shops, gourmet eateries, breweries, and distilleries to explore.
- Outdoor activities include visiting Petoskey State Park, Bear Valley Recreation Area, and enjoying the beaches along Little Traverse Bay.
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