Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical-Surgical at Lifepoint Health

Hancock, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care Planning, Patient Monitoring, Documentation, Patient Education, Collaboration, Activities of Daily Living Assistance, Patient Advocacy, Health Information Privacy, Infection Control, Emergency Response, Basic Life Support, Medical-Surgical Nursing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical Full-Time | 0.9 FTE (72 hour/pp) | 12-hour Night/Day Shifts (Nights primarily) | Rotation Every 3rd Weekend plus Christmas 2026 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 a Registered Nurse (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 At UPHS – Portage, we strive to be the place employees want to work. We accomplish this through a friendly and supportive team environment. Join our robust nursing team which provides a quality-focused environment. As a nurse you will provide exemplary patient care to support our community. How you will contribute A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role: Develops and implements a patient focused nursing plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family. Cares for patients in accordance with established best practices. 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. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Use and disclosure only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job. Contributes to and assists in maintaining a pleasant patient environment in a safe and orderly manner. 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 — with medical plans starting at just $8 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, or a medical opt-out payment, and more. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, paid time off and sick time. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition 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 are 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 is required (available upon hire) 1-Year Medical-Surgical Experience (preferred) Annual Influenza Vaccination or Declination Required Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Paula Swartout by texting or calling 906.282.1179 or use the link below to schedule a phone call. https://bit.ly/BookTimewithPaulaSwartout 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 an Equal Opportunity Employer. UPHS - Portage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran 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. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse develops and implements patient-focused nursing care plans in collaboration with the patient and family, providing exemplary patient care according to established best practices. Responsibilities include monitoring, documenting, and communicating patient conditions, assisting with daily living activities, and collaborating across disciplines for coordinated care.