Experience Nursing Retreat in Charming Petoskey, Michigan!

Job Summary:

Level 2 North is a 28-bed Medical Surgical Unit serving a diverse patient population including general and vascular surgery, bariatric surgery, plastic surgery, trauma, and stroke patients. This fast-paced unit offers excellent learning opportunities for both experienced and developing nurses in a collaborative, patient-centered environment focused on safety, quality outcomes, and evidence-based care.
Our team values professionalism, teamwork, positivity, and holistic patient care. Nurses on this unit work closely with an exceptional Interdisciplinary Care Team and are supported through active shared governance, mentorship, and ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans based on physical, psychosocial, and spiritual assessments.
• Deliver safe, high-quality, evidence-based nursing care using clinical pathways and patient-centered practices.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members using SBAR and other professional communication methods.
• Serve as a clinical resource and professional role model while supporting teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Demonstrate strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills in a fast-paced setting.
• Educate patients and families to support positive health outcomes and continuity of care.
• Participate in continuous learning opportunities including certifications, higher education, and professional development.
• Perform additional duties consistent with unit and organizational competency standards.

Requirements
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent, direct Medical Surgical RN experience required.
o Experience must be straight Med Surg nursing experience only.
o Float pool, Step-Down Unit (SDU), or Telemetry-only experience will not qualify.
• Previous Level I or Level II Trauma experience required.
• Travel nursing experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills required.