Develops and implements a patient focused nursing plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family. Cares for patients in accordance with established best practices. 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. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Use and disclosure only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job. Contributes to and assists in maintaining a pleasant patient environment in a safe and orderly manner. Performs other job duties as assigned Why join us. We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: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. What we're looking for. 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 is required (available upon hire) 1-Year Medical-Surgical Experience Preferred Annual Influenza Vaccination or Declination Required Connect with a Recruiter. Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Paula Swartout by texting or calling 906.282.1179 or use this link ( Book. Timewith. Paula. Swartout) to schedule a phone call. More about UP Health System. UP Health System - Portage is a 36-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for over 128 years. We are proud to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, Silver Plus Award for Stroke Care, Highest Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group and a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.