Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department PRN

UP Health System - Marquette; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Accident insurance

Critical illness insurance

Hospital indemnity

Disability insurance

Paid family leave

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

401(k) with match

Wellness programs

Gym membership

Mental health services

Career development

Job summary

UP Health System - Portage is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department for a PRN/0.001 FTE position. The role requires a Michigan RN license and an associate degree, with 12-hour shifts (7-7) and a minimum two shifts every four weeks, including weekends and holidays.

The ED team emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Qualified candidates will have BLS, and ACLS/PALS/TNCC within six months.

Qualifications

• Active Michigan RN license (or license within 90 days of hire).
• Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program; BSN preferred.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS/TNCC within 6 months of hire.
• 1 year Medical-Surgical experience.
• 1 year Emergency Department or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Influenza vaccination or declination required.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients and administer medications per standards.
• Document patient care accurately and timely.
• Monitor patient condition and communicate with care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and comfort.
• Coordinate care across disciplines including transfers, discharge, referrals, and psychosocial support.
• Provide patient/family education tailored to age, culture, and condition.
• Advocate for patient physical and emotional well-being.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and pleasant environment.
• Protect patient privacy and confidentiality of health information.
• Perform sitter duties with vigilant observation and accurate data recording.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

Documentation

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Patient education

Advocacy

Privacy & confidentiality

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department

Job Type: PRN Position | 0.001 FTE or As Needed

Schedule: 12-hour varied shifts (7-7s)

• Minimum availability of two 12-hour shifts every 4 weeks, including varying shifts, weekends, and holidays.

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.

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

An ED RN who excels in this role:

• 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

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• 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). Additional requirements include:

• 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."