Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse, ER Observation Unit
Battle Creek, MI
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Travel Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location: Battle Creek, Michigan
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Work primarily on a 10-bed ER Overflow Observation Unit with rapid patient admissions and discharges.
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio during the day is 1:4-5; can go up to 1:7 when working as an RN/LPN team.
• Floating to other Medical Surgical units approximately once per week, depending on need.
• Must be willing to work with a variety of staff including RNs, LPNs, and Techs.
• Weekend schedule: every other weekend required.
• No holiday time off requests allowed; dates may be discussed with manager based on unit needs.
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM).
• Patient population includes a mix of medical patients on Med/Surg units.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan.
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Previous travel nursing experience.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID).
• Criminal background check within 45 days of start, including lifetime search from age 18, with multiple components (SSN trace, national/statewide searches, education verification, etc.).
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
• Michigan LARA fingerprinting required within 45 days of start.
• Education verification with copy of highest degree or diploma.
• Complete employment application/resume with full 7 years work history, no gaps.
• One professional reference from a supervisor or manager.
• Skills checklist updated annually for applicable unit.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• Drug testing: 10-panel including Marijuana/THC within 30 days of start.
• Immunizations and health documents:

  • Proof of Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine (at least one prior Tdap).
  • Negative TB test (PPD or equivalent) within 30 days of start or chest x-ray if positive.
  • Annual TB questionnaire.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 vaccines or positive titer each).
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or facility declination).
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer).
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/spiritual exemption (for candidates starting after Nov 1).
• Orientation Safety Manual acknowledgment required.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam completed within 1 year prior to assignment start with passing score of at least 80%.

Additional Notes

• Block scheduling cannot be guaranteed or approved at this time.
• Fit testing is required if working onsite; appointment must be scheduled and documented.
• Candidates must be flexible to float to other Med/Surg units as needed.
• Holiday time off requests are generally not approved due to unit needs.

This position is ideal for experienced travel RNs with ER or Med/Surg background who are comfortable working night shifts and floating between units.