Location: Petoskey, MI

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts (day & night), times vary by assignment — 36 hours per week

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $55 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop individualized, evidence-based written plans of care using the Clinical Practice Model (CPM)
• Implement and evaluate care plans to promote safe, high-quality patient outcomes in a fast-paced Med-Surg environment
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and the interdisciplinary team using SBAR and other best practices
• Deliver patient education and use clinical pathways to support recovery and discharge planning
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model — share knowledge and contribute to a positive team culture
• Demonstrate strong time management and assist teammates to maintain unit productivity and safety
• Participate in Unit Based Council (shared governance) activities to improve practice and the work environment

Qualifications

• Active Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license required (LARA/Nursys verification requested)
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• Minimum 2+ years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience — required
• Travel nursing experience preferred
• Skills checklist for RN specialties completed within one year of application
• Ability to comply with facility profile standards and any required documentation
• Good attendance and reliability — note the facility has a strict attendance policy

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid Med-Surg clinical expertise including patient assessment and care planning
• Experience with vascular, bariatric, plastic surgery, trauma, and stroke patient populations
• Proficiency with SBAR and interdisciplinary communication
• Familiarity with Clinical Practice Model (CPM) and evidence-based nursing practice
• Patient education, clinical pathway implementation, and discharge coordination
• Leadership, teamwork, and participation in shared governance / unit-based council
• Strong time management and ability to work in a fast-paced, learning-focused unit

Benefits

• Generous travel nurse support — we help you settle in and focus on care, not logistics
• Licensure assistance and verification support (Michigan license required)
• BLS (AHA) required and supported — we’ll help keep your credentials current
• Supportive orientation with a dedicated preceptor so you hit the floor confident
• A collaborative, evidence-based team environment with an active Unit Based Council
• Opportunities for professional growth, certification encouragement, and continued learning
• Travel reimbursement and practical help navigating local credential portals
• A welcoming culture that values your input, leadership, and work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore Petoskey, MI

Petoskey sits on the sparkling shores of Little Traverse Bay — think scenic beaches where you can hunt for Petoskey stones, stroll the charming Gaslight District with boutique shops and cozy cafes, or catch a sunset boat ride. Outdoor lovers will enjoy nearby trails, biking on the Little Traverse Wheelway, and seasonal adventures: brilliant fall colors, ice skating or cross-country skiing in winter, and quick weekend ski trips to Boyne Highlands and Nubs Nob. Ferries to Mackinac Island and day trips to Harbor Springs round out plenty of local getaway options.

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