Minimum 2 years of dedicated PACU nursing experience .
Active Michigan RN license required at submission .
Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification .
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) for a temporary hospital assignment in Bay City, Michigan. The RN will provide post-operative care, monitor patients recovering from anesthesia, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
Schedule & Requirements
12-hour day shifts, 9:00 AM–9:30 PM.
36 guaranteed hours per week.
Weekend availability required.
On-call availability required.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, and level of consciousness during post-anesthesia recovery.
Maintain airway patency and assess respiratory status.
Administer prescribed medications, IV fluids, pain relief, and antiemetics.
Assess surgical sites, dressings, and drainage for complications.
Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition and post-operative emergencies.
Document patient assessments and care in the electronic medical record.
Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and the perioperative care team.
Neighborhoods+Residential living in Bay City divides largely between the east and west banks of the Saginaw River. The prestigious Center Avenue Historic District on the East Side is celebrated for its historic lumber-era mansions featuring ornate woodwork and wraparound porches. Waterfront loft living and modern townhomes cluster around the Uptown district along the riverfront, while the West Side and adjacent Essexville offer quiet residential pockets with classic bungalows, mid-century ranches, and convenient access to local retail without heavy bridge crossings.
Residential living in Bay City divides largely between the east and west banks of the Saginaw River. The prestigious Center Avenue Historic District on the East Side is celebrated for its historic lumber-era mansions featuring ornate woodwork and wraparound porches.
Waterfront loft living and modern townhomes cluster around the Uptown district along the riverfront, while the West Side and adjacent Essexville offer quiet residential pockets with classic bungalows, mid-century ranches, and convenient access to local retail without heavy bridge crossings.
Getting around+Commuting across Bay City is exceptionally manageable, with average drive times hovering around nineteen to twenty minutes. Getting to regional healthcare facilities like McLaren Bay Region is straightforward via arterial surface streets, though daily routes often involve crossing the Saginaw River over spans such as the Veterans Memorial Bridge. Local drivers frequently cite bridge toll systems and pothole-damaged street surfaces as persistent daily headaches, while regional travel connects via MBS International Airport roughly 16 miles west in Freeland.
Commuting across Bay City is exceptionally manageable, with average drive times hovering around nineteen to twenty minutes. Getting to regional healthcare facilities like McLaren Bay Region is straightforward via arterial surface streets, though daily routes often involve crossing the Saginaw River over spans such as the Veterans Memorial Bridge.
Local drivers frequently cite bridge toll systems and pothole-damaged street surfaces as persistent daily headaches, while regional travel connects via MBS International Airport roughly 16 miles west in Freeland.
Outdoors+Water dominates recreation in Bay City, oriented around the Saginaw River and the open waters of Saginaw Bay. Bay City State Park provides sandy shorelines and wetland exploration, while adjacent Tobico Marsh is renowned for nature trails and extensive birdwatching. Within the city core, a paved Riverwalk trail traces both riverbanks, accommodating runners, cyclists, and walkers who gather along the water during warmer months.
Water dominates recreation in Bay City, oriented around the Saginaw River and the open waters of Saginaw Bay. Bay City State Park provides sandy shorelines and wetland exploration, while adjacent Tobico Marsh is renowned for nature trails and extensive birdwatching.
Within the city core, a paved Riverwalk trail traces both riverbanks, accommodating runners, cyclists, and walkers who gather along the water during warmer months.
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 Bay City
Bay City offers nurses a grounded, riverfront community with deep maritime roots and an unhurried rhythm. Bisected by the Saginaw River before it enters Saginaw Bay, the city allows hospital shifts at centers like McLaren Bay Region to be paired with effortless commutes that rarely exceed twenty minutes. Housing is rich in heritage, ranging from converted lofts near downtown and grand Queen Anne residences along the Center Avenue Historic District to practical ranches in the West Side and Essexville. Days off often involve strolling the Riverwalk trail, hiking through Tobico Marsh, spending sunny afternoons at Bay City State Park, or watching boats from the patio at Real Seafood Company. Evenings out revolve around local craft breweries, the Delta College Planetarium, and neighborhood fixtures like Retro Rocks Pub. However, relocating healthcare workers must prepare for distinct regional tradeoffs: winters are harsh, bridge tolls can complicate cross-river travel, municipal utility bills run high, and deteriorating road pavement causes constant wear on vehicles. For nurses seeking a relaxed, community-focused Great Lakes lifestyle without big-city franticness, Bay City provides a unique and welcoming home.
