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Location: Marquette, Michigan Employment Type: Travel Start Date: By 12/21/2026 Contract Length: 13 weeks

Specialty: Neuro/Ortho/Pediatrics
Unit: 7th floor, Neuro/Ortho/Peds (24 beds, trauma level 2)
Patient Population: All ages over 28 days
Common Diagnoses/Treatment: Trauma and post-op Ortho/Neuro; general pediatric unit (0-3 rooms on average)
Patient Ratio: 1:6
Shift: Night shift (NOC)
Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed)
Weekend Hours: 3 weekends every 6 weeks
Call Requirements: None
Openings: 1
Float Requirements: Yes, to inpatient units
Scrub Color: Galaxy Blue
Personality Fit: Teamwork and collaboration
Housing: Housing recommendations available (at additional cost)

225-bed specialty care hospital with services including the Heart & Vascular Institute, Cancer Center, Brain & Spine, Rehab, Behavioral Health, Digestive Health, Bariatric Medicine & Weight Management, Women's Health, and Pediatrics
Region's premier imaging, surgery, and laboratory services
Marquette is the largest community in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and is home to Northern Michigan University.

Facility

3.6rating(28 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with UP Health System Marquette

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Contract Position

5.0rating

Review of UP Health System Marquette on Sep 2, 2026

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ADDRESS580 West College AvenueMarquette, MI 49855

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found in Marquette, but availability may vary depending on the season.
It's advisable to start the search early.

Transportation

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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