Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse
Marquette, MI
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: RN - Medical/Surgical (Travel)

Location: Marquette, Michigan
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Facility Overview

• 225-bed specialty care hospital
• Services include Heart & Vascular Institute, Cancer Center, Brain & Spine, Rehab, Behavioral Health, Digestive Health, Bariatric Medicine & Weight Management, Women's Health, Pediatrics
• Region's premier imaging, surgery, and laboratory services
• Located in the central region of Michigan's Upper Peninsula
• Largest community in the peninsula
• Home to Northern Michigan University

Position Details

• Department: Acute Medical/Surgical
• Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Specialty: Medical/Surgical
• Shift: 7 PM – 7 AM
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: Rotating
• Call Requirements: Not specified
• Float Requirements: Occasional to “like” unit
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric (ages 18 - 125)
• Patient Ratios: 5:1 to 6:1
• Equipment Used: Telemetry monitors, Baxter IV pumps, Kangaroo pump, Bladder scanner, Dynamaps
• Electronic Health Record (EHR): Cerner

Required Qualifications

• License: Registered Nurse License (RN) for Michigan
• Certifications: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in Medical/Surgical nursing
• Skills:

  • Critical thinking and decisive judgment
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required

Additional Information

• Candidates must be located 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered
• Dress Code:

  • Scrub color: Galaxy Blue (Navy also acceptable)
  • Fingernails must be clean, not excessive in length, and comply with Hand Hygiene Policy
  • Tattoos that may be offensive must be covered
  • Excessive jewelry is not allowed

Summary

This travel RN position in Medical/Surgical nursing offers a 13-week contract in a well-equipped, specialty care hospital in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The role requires at least 2 years of experience, ACLS certification, and a Bachelor’s degree. The position involves working a 12-hour night shift with rotating weekends and occasional float duties. The patient population is adult and geriatric with a patient ratio of 5:1 to 6:1. Candidates must be located at least 60 miles away from the facility to qualify.