Medical-Surgical Neurology Registered Nurse
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Borgess Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MS Neuro)

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

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical-Surgical Neurology (MS Neuro)
• Shift: Days, 4x12 hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Call Requirements: Yes
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend
• Floating Requirements: As needed
• Holiday Requirements: Must work 2 out of 3 holidays
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week
• Unit Description:

  • 27-bed medical/surgical unit (8N)
  • Patient population includes Orthopedics, Neurology, Medical/Surgical, and Oncology
  • Patients typically include stroke, post back surgeries, post hip/knee replacement, and oncology patients
  • General telemetry monitoring (monitor room), no cardiac drips
• Charting System: Cerner

Experience & Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in specialty
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required
• First-time Travelers: Accepted
• Locals: Not accepted; must live at least 50 miles away from the facility

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale Certification) - Required for all RNs, must be completed through BlueCloud

Background & Compliance

• Background check required within 90 days of start, covering last 7 years and all states lived/worked in
• Education verification or copy of diploma/transcripts required
• Physical exam required
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (2-step PPD or Qgold accepted; T-Spots not accepted)
• TB questionnaire required prior to start and annually
• Immunizations required:

  • Rubeola (Measles) - titer or 2 vaccines (booster if low titer)
  • Mumps - titer or 2 vaccines (booster if low titer)
  • Rubella - titer or 2 vaccines (booster if low titer)
  • Hepatitis B - titer, series, or declination
  • Varicella - titer or 2 vaccines (booster if low titer)
• Negative 12-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (includes amphetamines, cannabinoids, MDMA, methamphetamines, buprenorphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, cocaine, methadone, tramadol, benzodiazepines, morphine/opiate)
• Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required prior to start (flu season October–May)

Additional Requirements

• COVID-19 vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption with proper documentation
• Facility-specific documents including confidentiality agreements and photo for badge
• Completion of mandatory online modules prior to start (approx. 8-10 hours)
• On-site EKG exam required for Monitor Techs (not applicable for this RN role)

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in a well-supported medical/surgical neuro unit. The role requires flexibility with shifts, holidays, and floating, and demands current certifications and compliance with health and background standards.