Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical) – Northern Michigan
Start Date: September 21, 2026
Location: Northern Michigan
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Full-time, every other weekend required; no on-call responsibilities
Highlights:
- 60-bed Medical Surgical Unit with mixed acuity patient populations including post-surgical cases, diverse medical conditions, traumas, strokes, and inpatient hospice
- Fast-paced, challenging environment offering extensive learning opportunities and exposure to a vast patient population
- Collaborative interdisciplinary care team utilizing clinical pathways, evidence-based practice, and holistic patient care approaches
- Active Unit Based Council (Shared Governance) promoting a healthy work environment of teamwork and positivity
- Comprehensive orientation and support for new team members to facilitate professional growth
- Strict attendance policy emphasizing reliability and commitment to patient care (absences or tardiness over 20 minutes limited to 3 instances)
Requirements:
- Active Michigan Registered Nurse license (license verification required via LARA and Nursys)
- Minimum 2+ years of direct Medical Surgical nursing experience required
- Level I or Level II Trauma experience required
- Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Skills checklist completed within one year of application required
- Travel nursing experience preferred
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work within a patient-centered care model focused on safety, quality outcomes, and professional excellence. You'll join a supportive, engaged team that values collaboration, evidence-based practice, and continuous professional development. The diverse patient population and mixed acuity environment provide rich opportunities to advance your clinical expertise while making a meaningful difference in patient lives.