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Registered Nurse (RN), OB

UP Health System – Portage

Hancock, Michigan

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Posted Jul 23, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 27, 2026

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Job Type: Flex Position | 0.6 - 0.9 FTE or 48 - 72 hours/pp Schedule: 12-hour (7-7) Night/Day shifts (Nights Primary), Christmas Even Years plus Every 3rd Weekend and Every 3rd Holiday 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 an OB 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 Come join our skilled, caring, and talented team. We take pride in delivering high‑quality care and fostering a supportive environment where team members care for one another as much as they care for their patients. How You'll Contribute An OB RN who excels in this role:
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Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment. Documents patient care given. Monitors, records, and communicate patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family. Assists 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. 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 and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school (bachelor's preferred). Additional Requirements Include Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP) One-year medical surgical experience required OB experience or OB qualifications (preferred) NRP, AWHONN, EFM, STABLE and PEOP (within 6 months) 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 (https://bit.ly/BookTimewithPaulaSwartout) 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. EEOC Statement "UP Health System - Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Marquette is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment." Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. Show more Show less

Requirements

  • Include

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Short-term disability

About the employer

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UP Health System – Portage
Health system employer

UP Health System – Portage is a community hospital located in Hancock, Michigan, serving the northernmost region of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Situated in the Keweenaw Peninsula area extending into Lake Superior, the hospital has been proudly serving the Western Upper…

3.1 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast
  • Friendly and supportive team environment with stated goal of being 'the place employees want to work'
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus available for eligible RN positions

What reviewers flag

  • Remote rural location in Michigan's Upper Peninsula may limit access to urban amenities and broader professional networking opportunities
  • Limited publicly available employee review data from current and former staff, making it difficult to assess specific workplace concerns

Benefits: The employer states a commitment to prioritizing employee well-being so staff can provide exceptional care, and offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible RN positions.

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Living in Hancock, MI

Hancock sits on Michigan's remote Keweenaw Peninsula along Lake Superior, a small Upper Peninsula town with deep Finnish-American roots and long snowy winters. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy nearby trails, skiing at Mont Ripley, and summer shoreline access. The compact downtown retains a quiet, historic charm. It appeals to nurses seeking a close-knit community far from urban congestion.

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State price level · Michigan
96.2
4% below the national average
Median gross rent
$835/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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