Part Time Emergency Room Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Department

Job Type

PRN | 0.001 FTE or As Needed

Schedule

12-hour Varied Shifts, Minimum of 2 shifts per month plus potential holidays

About the 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.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

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.

Qualifications

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

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.

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