In range for 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.
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We're seeking an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in Michigan. This is an excellent opportunity for an adaptable, patient-focused RN who thrives in a fast-paced emergency setting and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
Responsibilities
Assess, triage, and care for patients with a wide range of emergency conditions.
Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Monitor patient conditions and respond quickly to changes.
Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and discharge instructions.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
What We're Looking For
Exceptional attention to detail and critical thinking.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
Compassion, patience, and professionalism when caring for patients and families.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Minimum Requirements
3+ years of recent Emergency Department (ED) experience – Required* Current Michigan RN License*
Neighborhoods+Nurses and young professionals often gravitate toward the Eastside and historic Old Town, which are lauded for their walkable character, vintage 1900s Victorian homes, and easy access to central employers. East Lansing offers vibrant collegiate and residential pockets like Chesterfield Hills and the Bailey area near Valley Court Park, featuring both dense apartment complexes and single-family homes. Those seeking suburban settings with larger lots and established amenities frequently look toward Okemos, Delta Township on the West side, Holt, and DeWitt, while Haslett attracts residents looking for lakefront proximity.
Nurses and young professionals often gravitate toward the Eastside and historic Old Town, which are lauded for their walkable character, vintage 1900s Victorian homes, and easy access to central employers. East Lansing offers vibrant collegiate and residential pockets like Chesterfield Hills and the Bailey area near Valley Court Park, featuring both dense apartment complexes and single-family homes.
Those seeking suburban settings with larger lots and established amenities frequently look toward Okemos, Delta Township on the West side, Holt, and DeWitt, while Haslett attracts residents looking for lakefront proximity.
Getting around+Greater Lansing offers relatively short highway and surface street travel for healthcare workers heading to major employers like Sparrow Health System, with thoroughfares connecting bedroom communities like DeWitt and Okemos directly to the urban core. However, urban sprawl has increased traffic along primary corridors, and public transit is limited compared to larger metropolitan regions. Owning a car is generally considered essential, particularly for healthcare staff working off-peak shifts.
Greater Lansing offers relatively short highway and surface street travel for healthcare workers heading to major employers like Sparrow Health System, with thoroughfares connecting bedroom communities like DeWitt and Okemos directly to the urban core. However, urban sprawl has increased traffic along primary corridors, and public transit is limited compared to larger metropolitan regions.
Owning a car is generally considered essential, particularly for healthcare staff working off-peak shifts.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation centers on regional parks, river trails, and nearby lakes. Lake Lansing in Haslett is a primary hub for boating, swimming, and lakeside walking paths, while John M. Patriarche Park and Albert A. White Memorial Park provide open green spaces, walking paths, and playgrounds. Nature enthusiasts also frequent the historic W.J. Beal Botanical Garden along the Red Cedar River, as well as extensive trails winding through city and county nature preserves.
Outdoor recreation centers on regional parks, river trails, and nearby lakes. Lake Lansing in Haslett is a primary hub for boating, swimming, and lakeside walking paths, while John M. Patriarche Park and Albert A. White Memorial Park provide open green spaces, walking paths, and playgrounds.
Nature enthusiasts also frequent the historic W.J. Beal Botanical Garden along the Red Cedar River, as well as extensive trails winding through city and county nature preserves.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Lansing
Lansing is defined by a unique intersection of state governance, major research, and mid-Michigan healthcare anchors like Sparrow Health System. For relocating nurses, the region offers the cultural vitality of a college town blended with the accessible scale of a mid-sized capital city. Young healthcare professionals frequently settle into vibrant, walkable pockets like Old Town and the Eastside—filled with historic turn-of-the-century architecture, eclectic dining at Lansing Shuffle, and neighborhood staples like Art's Pub—or cross into East Lansing near the Wharton Center and Broad Art Museum. Those desiring peaceful suburban environments flock to Okemos, DeWitt, or the lakefront scenery of Haslett around Lake Lansing. However, life here comes with pragmatic realities: winters bring prolonged freezing temperatures and heavy snow, and limited transit service makes reliable vehicle ownership necessary for hospital shift work. Balancing these seasonal challenges, Greater Lansing provides exceptional community warmth, diverse local culture, and accessible housing options within an easy drive of clinical employers.
