Job Description:
Join UP Health System-Marquette as an RN in the PCU on a 13-week travel contract. This Level 2 ICU boasts specialties like open heart surgery, neuro ICU, and trauma care, making it an exciting setting for experienced nurses eager to expand their skills. Night shifts run 12 hours, offering a chance to experience the quieter, introspective side of hospital life while contributing to critical patient care. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team in a well-equipped unit, floating on rotation, and providing top-tier care to adult patients recovering from complex surgeries, trauma, and medical conditions. Your expertise in CVICU, Neuro ICU, or pediatric DKA will be especially valued in this fast-paced environment that truly keeps you on your toes.
Weather:
Imagine crisp, clean air and gentle breezes - this region enjoys a temperate climate year-round. Winters can bring snowflurries, transforming the landscape into a winter wonderland, while summers offer warm, pleasant days perfect for outdoor adventures. The weather keeps the scenery vibrant and inviting, no matter the season.
Fun Things To Do:
- Waterfront Walks: Stroll along Marquette’s scenic lakefront trail with stunning views of Lake Superior.
- Tour the Marquette Maritime Museum and explore local maritime history.
- Day Trip to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore for breathtaking rock formations and boat tours.
- Visit Isle Royale National Park for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing on this remote island.
- Explore Presque Isle Park, a favorite local spot offering hiking, picnicking, and panoramic views of the lake.
Job Specifics:
Location: Marquette, Michigan
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks, with a guaranteed 36 hours per week and every other weekend off. There may be an opportunity to be on call if census drops. Certifications required include BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS. Candidates should have at least 2 years of PCU experience, with a willingness to float as needed. The unit features advanced equipment like Baxter IV pumps, Prisma Flex CRRT, Impella, IABP, EVDs, and more. Scrubs are navy, royal, or galaxy blue, and open-toed shoes are not permitted.