Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Battle Creek, Michigan
Bronson Battle Creek

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location: Battle Creek, Michigan
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours (option for 48 hours available)

Unit Description

• Medical Surgical, Oncology Unit with 37 beds
• Patient population includes general medical diagnoses and surgical patients specializing in gastrointestinal, urological, and gynecological surgeries (e.g., hysterectomies, mastectomies)
• Additional patient types: ortho/neurovascular, cardio/pulmonary
• Staffing ratio typically 1:5-6 at night; may flex to 1:8 with LPN support
• Floating to other Med Surg units approximately once per week, depending on need
• Work every other weekend
• No guarantee of block scheduling
• Must be willing to work with a variety of staff (RNs, LPNs, Techs, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Michigan
• Med Surg experience of at least 1 year within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement

Certifications & Competencies

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA only
• Advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, ENPC, NIH Stroke, CPI) may be required depending on unit assignment (refer to unit-specific requirements)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam within 1 year prior to assignment start, passing score ≥ 80%
• Competency Exam in specialty within 1 year prior to assignment start, passing score ≥ 80%

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test (PPD or Q Gold/Tspot) within 30 days of start; if positive, chest x-ray and TB questionnaire required
• Annual TB questionnaire update required
• Proof of Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine (at least one prior Tdap)
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; exemptions not accepted
• Hepatitis B: titer, series, or facility declination required
• Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/spiritual exemption required for candidates starting after November 1; proof or exemption must be submitted by December 1
• 10-panel drug test including Marijuana/THC within 30 days of start (instant/rapid acceptable if full panel)

Background & Compliance

• Criminal background check within 45 days of start, including lifetime search from age 18
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Education verification (copy of highest degree or diploma)
• Michigan LARA fingerprinting required within 45 days of start for certain positions (not typically required for this RN role unless specified)
• Michigan Central Registry Clearance required only for specific pediatric, respiratory, L&D, and echo tech roles (not applicable here)
• One professional reference from a supervisor or manager required
• Complete employment application/resume with full 7 years work history, no gaps

Facility & Assignment Specifics

• Must float to other Med Surg units as needed
• Holidays are required; holiday time off cannot be guaranteed
• Government-issued photo ID required
• Must review and sign facility Code of Conduct and Appearance Standards Policy prior to start
• Fit testing required if working onsite (specific to certain roles; confirm if applicable)
• Various facility-specific forms and acknowledgments may be required (e.g., vaccine exemption forms, safety manual acknowledgment)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be willing to work with a multidisciplinary team including RNs, LPNs, and Techs
• Staffing ratios and patient acuity may vary; flexibility is important
• Block scheduling is not guaranteed or approved at this time

This position offers an opportunity to work in a diverse medical surgical environment with a focus on surgical and medical patients requiring specialized care. The role demands flexibility, strong clinical skills, and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.