Registered Nurse, Emergency Services

Lifepoint Health • Hancock, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department
Full-Time | 0.9 FTE (72 hour/pp) | 12-hour Swing (Primary)/Night/Day Shifts | Rotation Every 3rd Weekend plus Christmas 2026
Your experience matters
UP Health System – Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
At UPHS – Portage, we strive to be the place employees want to work. We accomplish this through a friendly and supportive team environment. Join our robust nursing team which provides a quality-focused environment. As a nurse you will provide exemplary patient care to support our community.
How you will contribute
A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

Requirements

• Applicants should have a current Michigan RN license and possess an associate degree from an accredited nursing school (bachelor's degree preferred).
• Basic Life Support Certification
• 1-Year Medical-Surgical Experience
• Annual Influenza Vaccination or Declination Required

Nice To Haves

• 1-year Emergency Department or Critical Care Experience (Preferred)
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC (within 6 months of hire)

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 — with medical plans starting at just $8 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, or a medical opt-out payment, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, paid time off and sick time.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree