Med Surg / Telemetry RN
Kalamazoo, MI
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location

Kalamazoo, MI | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | Expected 36 hours/week | Up to 26 weeks

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical unit managing diagnoses including pneumonia, heart failure, GI bleed, DKA, altered mental status, and sepsis
• Maintain night shift patient ratios of 1:5–6, with charge nurse coverage as staffing requires
• Float to like Medical Surgical departments as needed
• Adhere to every-other-weekend scheduling requirements
• Complete non-billable orientation modules as required; modules are self-reported and completed annually
• Maintain current BLS certification and comply with all facility health and compliance requirements, including flu vaccination documentation

Required Qualifications

• Active, valid Michigan RN license
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required; at least 1 year must be in Medical Surgical
• Medical Surgical and/or Telemetry experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Supervisor-level references required
• Locals are welcome and accepted; note that a local rate may apply for travelers residing within 50 miles of the facility

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with high-acuity Medical Surgical patient populations including sepsis and DKA
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred, though first-time travelers will be considered
• Familiarity with charge nurse responsibilities in a Medical Surgical setting

Why Join Us

• Opportunity for contract extensions up to 26 weeks with the ability to pick up additional shifts based on unit need and personal preference
• First-time travelers are welcome, making this an excellent opportunity to begin your travel nursing career in a supportive Medical Surgical environment