Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department

UP Health System - Marquette; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & disability coverage

Tuition assistance & loan support

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

UP Health System - Portage is seeking an ED RN to join our urgent care team. You will care for patients, administer medications, document care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team during swing, night and day shifts.

Requirements include Michigan RN license (or within 90 days), an associate degree in nursing, BLS, and 1 year of Medical-Surgical experience; ED or Critical Care experience preferred. ACLS/PALS/TNCC within 6 months and influenza vaccination are required.

Qualifications

• Current Michigan RN license (or obtain within 90 days of hire).
• Associate degree in nursing required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required.
• 1 year Medical-Surgical experience required.
• 1 year Emergency Department or Critical Care experience preferred.
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC within 6 months of hire.
• Annual influenza vaccination or declination required.

Responsibilities

• Cares for patients and administers medications per established best practices and training.
• Accurately documents patient care provided.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition to care team, physician, patient and family.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and hygiene.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team, including transfers and discharges.
• Provide patient/family education appropriate to age and condition.
• Advocate for patient’s physical and emotional well-being.
• Maintain a safe, pleasant patient environment and privacy of health information.
• Record and report any untoward events during sitter duties.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic Life Support

ACLS

PALS

TNCC

Influenza vaccination

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Type

Flex Position | 0.6-0.9 FTE or 48-72 hours/pp

Schedule

12-hour Swing/Night/Day shifts (Swing Primary), Christmas Even Years plus Every 3rd Weekend

Your Experience Matters

UP Health System - Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an ED RN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

The Portage Emergency Department is known for delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in urgent situations, ensuring individuals feel supported during critical moments. The team's clinical expertise and collaborative approach help provide efficient, high-quality treatment when it matters most. Their commitment to safety, responsiveness, and community care makes them a trusted resource for emergency services in the region.

How You'll Contribute

• Cares for patients and administers medications in accordance with established best practices, competencies and training.
• Accurately documents patient care given.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assist patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Contributes to and assists in maintaining a pleasant patient environment in a safe and orderly manner.
• Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Use and disclose only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
• When performing sitter duties: positions self to maintain constant visual observation of the patient to monitor their activity and behavior. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless relieved by another designated staff member. Accurately and legibly records data collected and notify patient care team of any untoward events (behavioral changes, violent behavior, etc.).
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Applicants should have a current Michigan RN license (or attain within 90 days of hire) and possess an associate degree from an accredited nursing school (bachelor's degree preferred).
• Basic Life Support Certification
• 1-Year Medical-Surgical Experience
• 1-year Emergency Department or Critical Care Experience (Preferred)
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC (within 6 months of hire)
• Annual Influenza Vaccination or Declination Required

More About UP Health System

UP Health System - Portage is a 36-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for over 128 years. We are proud to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, Silver Plus Award for Stroke Care, Highest Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group and a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System - Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Marquette is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.