Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown
Marquette, MI
Prime Time Healthcare Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,501/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,255/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Health savings account
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Stepdown RN – UP Health System | Marquette, MI
Shift: 12-hour shifts
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Experience: 1+ year PCU or Stepdown experience
Trauma Level: Level II
EMR: Cerner
Unit: 36-bed Cardiac IMCU / Medical Surgical Telemetry
Patient Ratios
- Cardiac/Telemetry: 1:5–6
- PCU/Stepdown: 1:3–4
Required Certifications
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
Must-Have Experience
- Cardiac patient populations
- Chest tubes
- Cardiac monitoring
- Cardiac drips
- Stepdown/PCU patients
- Strong telemetry skills
Low-level ICU experience is a plus.
Common Diagnoses / Cases
- Chest pain
- CHF
- Stroke/TIA
- VATS
- Pacemakers
- Heart blocks
- Vascular patients
- Pre- and post-open heart surgery
- Trauma and stepdown-level patients
Facility
UP Health System is a 225-bed specialty care hospital serving Michigan's Upper Peninsula with cardiovascular, neuroscience, cancer, surgical, rehabilitation, behavioral health, women's health, and pediatric services.
Additional Details
- Scrubs: Blue or navy
- Education: Associate degree minimum
- Strong teamwork is essential
Great fit for a PCU/Stepdown RN with strong cardiac skills who is comfortable managing drips, chest tubes, telemetry, and higher-acuity cardiac patients.
Employer
Prime Time Healthcare Nursing
Prime Time Healthcare is a leading provider of traveling healthcare professionals nationwide. Our agency specializes in the placement of RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals. Join the fun and experience why healthcare professionals and client facilities are joining the Prime Time TEAM.
About Marquette, MI
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Marquette, MI here's what you should know:- Marquette's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 75°F, and winter lows can drop to 10°F.
- Marquette experiences heavy snowfall in winter.
- Short term rentals can be found in Marquette, but availability may vary depending on the season.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- Marquette is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is essential for getting around.
- Marquette has a fairly diverse population, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder due to the long winter months.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses in the area.
- Marquette offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for fresh seafood.
- It has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and live music venues.
- Outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing are popular, and there are opportunities for water sports on Lake Superior.
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