Acute Care RN - Med‑Surg/ICU/PCU/L&D

Job Description

Job Description

Contract Acute Care Registered Nurse – Med‑Surg, ICU, PCU & Labor & Delivery

Location: Marquette, MI Contract Type: Full-Time Contract Residency Requirement: Candidates must live within 60 miles of the facility to qualify (distance requirement may be flexible due to extreme need).

Overview

We are seeking experienced Med‑Surg, ICU, PCU, and Labor & Delivery Registered Nurses to support our partner facility in Marquette, Michigan . These contract roles are ideal for RNs who excel in acute care environments and are committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based patient care. You'll join a collaborative clinical team dedicated to high-quality outcomes and strong patient support across multiple specialty units.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to acute and complex patients in Med‑Surg, ICU, PCU, or L&D units.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, monitor patient conditions, and respond rapidly to changes.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions according to unit protocols.
• Manage ventilators, critical drips, and advanced monitoring (ICU).
• Support labor, delivery, postpartum care, and fetal monitoring (L&D).
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR system.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Uphold all safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Michigan.
• Must live within 60 miles of the facility (flexibility may be considered due to high staffing need).
• Minimum 1–2 years of recent acute care experience in Med‑Surg, ICU, PCU, or L&D.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA preferred).
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty certifications such as CCRN, PCCN, RNC‑OB, or CMSRN.
• Experience in high-volume or high-acuity units.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and shifting priorities.

Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time contract hours; shifts may include days, nights, weekends, or rotating schedules based on department needs.
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and specialty.
• Opportunities for contract extensions depending on performance and facility needs.

About the Facility

Our partner facility in Marquette, MI is known for its strong clinical standards, supportive team culture, and commitment to patient-centered care. RNs joining this team will play a vital role in delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate care across multiple high-need units.