Registered Nurse RN Operating Room

Petoskey, Michigan

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White Glove Placement is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for an exciting Operating Room travel nursing assignment in Petoskey , MI . This role comes through White Glove Placement, Inc., a staffing partner, so ask which facility you would land in.

Posted Sep 27

Shift and hours: 4x10 Days · 10-⁠hour shifts Shift: 4x10 Days4 shifts · 40 hours a week
Unit and setting: Operating Room · Hospital Specialty: Operating Room
License: RN license A valid RN license in the state of practiceValid RN license in state of practice
Term: 13 weeks · starts Oct 12, 2026 · Travel

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License: Valid RN license in state of practice A valid RN license in the state of practice
Certification: BCLS according to specialty assigned BCLS, ACLS, NRP, & PALS according to the specialty assigned
Certification: ACLS according to specialty assigned
Certification: NRP according to specialty assigned
Certification: PALS according to specialty assigned
Experience: 2 years recent RN experience Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience

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What it pays

Against similar roles: Pays above most Michigan travel rolesMichigan travel postings that state pay run $1,750/week to $2,900/week, the middle half $1,940/week to $2,510/week, across 76 postings.
Bonus: Referral bonus opportunities Referral bonus opportunities
Pay reviews: Estimated Gross Weekly Wage is approximate and may vary for local and travel assignments Estimated Gross Weekly Wage is approximate and may vary for local and travel assignments.

Benefits

BenefitsHealth benefits for eligible employeesHealth benefits for eligible employees
BenefitsDedicated recruiter and assignment supportDedicated recruiter and assignment support
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The role and schedule

Start: 10/12/2026 Estimated Start Date: 10/12/2026

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White Glove Placement, Inc.

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Staffing partner: White Glove Placement, Inc.

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White Glove Placement is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for an exciting Operating Room travel nursing assignment in Petoskey , MI . This travel RN opportunity offers competitive weekly compensation, dedicated recruiter support and the chance to gain valuable experience at a leading healthcare facility.

Travel RN Assignment Details

Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)

Specialty: Operating Room

Location: Petoskey, MI, 49770

Shift: 4x10 Days

Assignment Length: 13 weeks

Estimated Start Date: 10/12/2026

Employment Type: Travel Nursing Contract

Estimated Gross Weekly Wage: $2548 to $2626 *

Travel RN

Requirements

A valid RN license in the state of practice

Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience

BCLS, ACLS, NRP, & PALS according to the specialty assigned

Why Travel With White Glove Placement?

Competitive travel nursing compensation

Weekly pay

Health benefits for eligible employees

Dedicated recruiter and assignment support

Nationwide travel nursing opportunities

Referral bonus opportunities

Support from a Joint Commission-certified healthcare staffing company established in 1998

Take the next step in your nursing career with White Glove Placement!! Apply today for this Travel Registered Nurse (RN) job in Petoskey , MI , and a recruiter will contact you to discuss the assignment.

Estimated Gross Weekly Wage is approximate and may vary for local and travel assignments.

ID: 69081

What's around it?

In Petoskey, MI

Petoskey, MIFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 4% below the US average

Median rent: $1,006/mo
Household income: $74,196/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Petoskey, MI

NeighborhoodsResidential life in Petoskey centers around walkable downtown neighborhoods near the historic Gaslight Shopping District, known for its Victorian-era architecture and proximity to local parks. More quiet, established single-family subdivisions sit along Morgan Street and Franklin Estates, while high-end residential and master-planned waterfront living is concentrated just west in Bay Harbor. Healthcare professionals and local workers also frequently settle in neighboring communities across Little Traverse Bay or inland—such as Harbor Springs, Boyne City, and Alanson—commuting into town via US-31 and US-131.

Residential life in Petoskey centers around walkable downtown neighborhoods near the historic Gaslight Shopping District, known for its Victorian-era architecture and proximity to local parks. More quiet, established single-family subdivisions sit along Morgan Street and Franklin Estates, while high-end residential and master-planned waterfront living is concentrated just west in Bay Harbor.

Healthcare professionals and local workers also frequently settle in neighboring communities across Little Traverse Bay or inland—such as Harbor Springs, Boyne City, and Alanson—commuting into town via US-31 and US-131.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: areavibes.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: apartments.com Source 4: genodangelo.com

Getting aroundPetoskey is overwhelmingly car-dependent, with virtually no fixed-route public transit options for shift workers commuting to McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital. US-31 and US-131 serve as the city's primary vehicular arteries, making winter driving skills essential when lake-effect conditions hit. While local drives are typically under ten minutes in the quiet winter off-season, summer resort traffic creates severe bottlenecks that can triple drive times across town, and downtown parking requires navigating strict meter enforcement.

Petoskey is overwhelmingly car-dependent, with virtually no fixed-route public transit options for shift workers commuting to McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital. US-31 and US-131 serve as the city's primary vehicular arteries, making winter driving skills essential when lake-effect conditions hit.

While local drives are typically under ten minutes in the quiet winter off-season, summer resort traffic creates severe bottlenecks that can triple drive times across town, and downtown parking requires navigating strict meter enforcement.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: areavibes.com Source 2: apartments.com Source 3: youtube.com

OutdoorsRecreational life revolves around Little Traverse Bay, where Petoskey State Park and Magnus City Park Beach offer shoreline walks, swimming, and hunting for fossilized Petoskey stones. Cyclists and walkers utilize the paved Little Traverse Wheelway, a regional trail extending approximately 40 miles between Charlevoix and Harbor Springs, alongside woodland footpaths along the Bear River. Winter brings quick access to skiing at Nub's Nob roughly 12 miles away, with Boyne Mountain to the south and local trails providing snowshoeing and ice skating through the cold months.

Recreational life revolves around Little Traverse Bay, where Petoskey State Park and Magnus City Park Beach offer shoreline walks, swimming, and hunting for fossilized Petoskey stones. Cyclists and walkers utilize the paved Little Traverse Wheelway, a regional trail extending approximately 40 miles between Charlevoix and Harbor Springs, alongside woodland footpaths along the Bear River.

Winter brings quick access to skiing at Nub's Nob roughly 12 miles away, with Boyne Mountain to the south and local trails providing snowshoeing and ice skating through the cold months.

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Living in Petoskey

Perched on the southern shore of Little Traverse Bay, Petoskey offers relocating healthcare professionals a picturesque northern Michigan lifestyle defined by clear freshwater, Victorian architecture, and outdoor recreation. The city serves as a major regional healthcare anchor centered around McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital, allowing nurses to work in a prominent clinical setting while enjoying a scenic resort atmosphere. Off-shift hours can be spent browsing the historic Gaslight Shopping District, grabbing a bite at City Park Grill, cycling the 40-mile Little Traverse Wheelway, or skiing nearby slopes at Nub's Nob and Boyne Mountain. However, living here year-round requires navigating serious practical tradeoffs. Winters are long and persistently cold with temperatures hovering in the teens and twenties, while summer brings heavy tourist congestion that strains local roads and dining. The local housing inventory is notoriously tight, making it difficult to secure apartments or modest single-family homes near town and forcing many nurses to commute along US-31 or US-131 from communities like Boyne City and Harbor Springs. For those who embrace cold weather and prioritize natural beauty, Petoskey delivers an enviable lakefront lifestyle.

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Petoskey, MIFrom Census ACS 2024.