Location: Petoskey, Michigan

Start Date: 05-01-2026

End Date: 06-26-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating shifts, exact start/end times vary; 36-hour guarantee (schedule set by unit leadership)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 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

• Provide specialized cardiovascular nursing care using strong clinical judgment to assess and treat patient needs
• Monitor telemetry/EKG and respond promptly to changes in cardiac status
• Deliver post-operative cardiac care for open-heart and interventional cardiology patients (18-24 hours post-op care)
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize outcomes
• Document patient care accurately and timely in Cerner EMR
• Adhere to unit and system-wide profile standards, including completing required skills checklist
• Float to similar units when required to support staffing and continuity of care
• Support and participate in clinical trials and NISUS research activities when applicable

Qualifications

• Active Michigan RN license required (verification via LARA and Nursys)
• Minimum 1+ year ICU experience (floating experience alone is not considered) — REQUIRED
• EKG/telemetry experience — REQUIRED
• Skills checklist completed within one year of application — REQUIRED (document in profile)
• ACLS and BLS certifications — REQUIRED
• Willingness to float to similar units — REQUIRED
• Experience with Cerner EMR — PREFERRED
• Experience in Neuro, CVICU, Trauma, ventilator management, CRRT, or balloon pump care — PREFERRED
• Familiarity with cardiac procedures (PTCA, stents, TAVR, MitraClip) and electrophysiology — PREFERRED

Education

• Active RN license in Michigan required
• Completion of an accredited nursing program (RN) and up-to-date specialty certifications as required

Knowledge & Skills

• Cardiovascular nursing and telemetry/ECG interpretation
• Post-operative cardiac patient management and congestive heart failure care
• Clinical judgment in high-acuity settings
• Familiarity with Cerner electronic medical record
• ACLS and BLS protocols and emergency response
• Experience with advanced cardiac devices and supports (CRRT, balloon pumps, ventricular assist therapies)
• Ability to float to similar critical care units and adapt quickly
• Comfort participating in clinical research protocols (NISUS)

Benefits

• A supportive team that values YOU — strong clinical leadership and collaborative colleagues
• Licensure assistance & verification guidance (Michigan LARA/Nursys support)
• Clinical growth: exposure to high-acuity cardiac cases (TAVR, PTCA, MitraClip, electrophysiology)
• Hands-on experience with Cerner EMR and specialty CVU workflows
• Paid time to complete required skills checklist and maintain certifications
• Opportunities to participate in NISUS clinical trials and advance research skills
• Professional development and on-unit mentoring to sharpen critical care judgment
• Work/life balance with a clear attendance policy and predictable scheduling

Travel Perks: Explore Petoskey, Michigan

Petoskey sits on beautiful Little Traverse Bay and is a fantastic base for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore Petoskey State Park beaches, stroll the charming Gaslight District shops and restaurants, or take a short drive to Harbor Springs for waterfront dining. In cooler months hit the nearby Boyne Mountain/Highlands for skiing and snow activities. Day-trip options include scenic Charlevoix, the vineyards and food scene of Traverse City, and a ferry adventure to Mackinac Island for a true Michigan experience. Hiking, boating, fishing, and seasonal festivals make this area a delightful place to live while on assignment.

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