Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Petoskey, MI | Nights (3x12)
McLaren - Northern Michigan
Petoskey, MI
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Travel RN
Stepdown Nurse in Petoskey, MI
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$2,368
Specialty
Stepdown
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/02
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Stepdown travel nurse job in Petoskey, Michigan, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) contract at McLaren - Northern Michigan. This role pays $2,368 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: McLaren - Northern Michigan
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Location: Petoskey, MI 49770 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
- EMR System: Cerner
Responsibilities
- Manage higher-acuity patients stepping down from intensive care who require close monitoring
- Monitor continuous telemetry and hemodynamic status, recognizing and escalating changes promptly
- Administer medications and IV therapy, including titratable drips approved for the unit, per facility protocol
- Care for patients on high-flow oxygen and non-invasive ventilation when assigned
Travel Stepdown Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent Stepdown experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Michigan and national regulatory bodies.
McLaren Northern Michigan — Petoskey, MI
Petoskey, MI
Serving northern Lower Michigan and the eastern Upper Peninsula, McLaren Northern Michigan is a regional acute care hospital based in Petoskey.
- Its emergency service treats traumatic injuries and surgical emergencies. The hospital is a verified Level II Trauma Center and a Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center. Read More
- General medical and surgical inpatient care includes an ICU, with cardiovascular, orthopedic and neuroscience services contributing to the hospital's clinical range.
- Cardiac care includes transcatheter aortic valve replacement for aortic stenosis. This catheter-based procedure treats the narrowed valve without open-heart surgery.
- The Petoskey campus includes Karmanos medical oncology and radiation oncology services, with chemotherapy and infusion treatment available through the cancer program.
- Family BirthPlace provides labor, delivery and postpartum care. Obstetric services include high-risk pregnancy management, while the maternity unit has a newborn observation area for additional assessments.
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FAQs – Stepdown Travel Nurse Jobs Near Petoskey, MI
What certifications am I required to have for travel Stepdown jobs?
Most require BLS and ACLS. Neuro and stroke step-down postings often list NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, and some cardiac step-down units add a dysrhythmia exam. PCCN, AACN's progressive care certification, is a relevant plus; step-down hours can count toward its practice-hour requirement when they involve direct care of acutely ill adults.
Can I take a travel Stepdown job with ICU or Med Surg experience?
Sometimes. ICU experience often transfers well, while Med Surg or Med Surg/Tele experience may be considered when it includes continuous monitoring, higher-acuity patients, and relevant infusions. The facility determines whether your background matches the unit's acuity and responsibilities.
What kind of units to Stepdown travel nurse assignment cover?
Stepdown units may focus on cardiac, neuro, surgical, trauma, or general medical patients. One unit may regularly manage post-cath patients and cardiac drips, while another may focus on stroke, post-craniotomy, chest tubes, or complex postoperative care. Reviewing the unit’s patient mix and permitted therapies is important
What kind of regional role does McLaren Northern Michigan play for travel nurses?
McLaren Northern Michigan is a 202-bed regional referral hospital serving a large geographic area across northern Michigan. Travelers may work with Level II trauma, stroke, cardiac, oncology, orthopedic, neuro, and maternity patients referred from surrounding communities.
What should emergency and stroke travelers know about McLaren Northern Michigan?
The hospital is a verified Level II trauma center and a Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center. ED, trauma, and neuro travelers may care for serious injuries and acute neurological events that require rapid evaluation and stabilization.
Which specialty programs may be especially relevant for experienced travelers?
McLaren offers TAVR, cardiovascular care, Karmanos oncology services, orthopedic and neuroscience programs, and high-risk obstetric care. Cardiac, oncology, surgical, and L&D travelers may find defined specialty populations within the regional hospital.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this Stepdown job in Petoskey
- Review Michigan nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- View Michigan salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Petoskey, MI
Petoskey, MI orients to Little Traverse Bay with US-31 and Petoskey State Park shaping off-hours choices. Many clinicians considering travel RN jobs will find assignments in community care that serve the bay communities of Michigan. Travel nursing jobs tend to line up with the downtown grid and resort-area approaches that carry most errands. Nearby options include Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, and Boyne City. With essentials positioned along the same corridors used for clinic trips, professionals can keep weeks orderly—grouping errands and commutes while leaving longer scenic drives for true days off.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel Stepdown · Petoskey, MI · $2,368 /wk