1st and 3rd Shift Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse

AdvisaCare

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Posted Oct 12

Shift and hours: Nights
Unit and setting: Home Health
License: RN or LPN license
Term: Permanent

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Flexible scheduling; full-time, part-time, and per-diem; weekend on-call hospice; some 12-hour night pediatric private-duty shifts; weekly paychecks.

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Rediscover Your Passion for NursingHome Care Nursing Opportunities at AdvisaCare At AdvisaCare, we believe in providing care that allows nurses to focus on what truly matters: the patient. Our home care environment eliminates the distractions of a clinical setting, such as call lights and multi-patient rotations, allowing you to provide dedicated, high-quality care. The Benefits of One-on-One Care Flexible schedules including home visits and shift work Meaningful time to connect with and care for your patient Opportunities to build real connections and make a difference Experience nursing the way it was meant to be—focused, compassionate, and human-centered.

We invite you to join our team and experience the fulfillment of bedside care. Our staff and clients are our top priorities, and we are committed to supporting you as you make a difference in the lives of those we serve. AdvisaCare is currently seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses and Registered Nurses.

If you are a compassionate professional who values individualized care, we would love to hear from you. Current MI Nursing License Proven Nursing Experience Familiarity with Professional and Technical Emerging Knowledge Problem-Solving Skills and Ability to Multi-Task Reliable Transportation Valid Driver’s License Work in a Team Responsibly and Independently

Compassionate with Good Communication Skills

Ability to Travel within the Service Area
CPR Certified
Ability to Pass a Drug Screen/Clear Background

Benefits AdvisaCare Can Offer YOU

401K Retirement Plan - Full Time Employees
Medical Benefits Available for 30+ Hourly Employees
Ability to Earn PTO
Excellent Pay/Weekly Paychecks
Employee Appreciation Program
Rewarding Work Environment
Paid General Orientation
Advanced Skilled Training offered
Therapy Division
24/7 Staffing Support

What's around it?

In Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo, MIFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 5% below the US average

Median rent: $1,078/mo
Household income: $52,272/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Kalamazoo, MI

NeighborhoodsHealthcare workers and young professionals gravitate toward a mix of city neighborhoods and nearby suburbs depending on commute and lifestyle preferences. Oakland-Winchell offers leafy residential streets with three- to four-bedroom houses, large yards, and proximity to Western Michigan University, while Hill N' Brook serves as a higher-end residential pocket characterized by expansive ranch-style layouts and large hillside lots. Westnedge Hill provides a distinct elevated residential setting with historic charm, and Downtown appeals to renters wanting walkable access to dining and central employers like Bronson Healthcare. For more spacious or suburban surroundings, buyers and renters frequently look south to Portage or west toward Texas Township and Oshtemo, while Comstock and Kalamazoo Township offer practical, lower-tax options nearby.

Healthcare workers and young professionals gravitate toward a mix of city neighborhoods and nearby suburbs depending on commute and lifestyle preferences. Oakland-Winchell offers leafy residential streets with three- to four-bedroom houses, large yards, and proximity to Western Michigan University, while Hill N' Brook serves as a higher-end residential pocket characterized by expansive ranch-style layouts and large hillside lots.

Westnedge Hill provides a distinct elevated residential setting with historic charm, and Downtown appeals to renters wanting walkable access to dining and central employers like Bronson Healthcare. For more spacious or suburban surroundings, buyers and renters frequently look south to Portage or west toward Texas Township and Oshtemo, while Comstock and Kalamazoo Township offer practical, lower-tax options nearby.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: reddit.com Source 2: sroa.com Source 3: allenedwin.com

Getting aroundDaily travel across Kalamazoo is generally quick and manageable, with local drivers benefiting from an average commute time around 15 to 16 minutes. Arterials such as I-94 and US-131 serve as the primary regional spines, connecting the city east-west between Detroit and Chicago and north toward Grand Rapids, while primary corridors like Westnedge Avenue and Michigan Avenue handle internal hospital and downtown traffic. Public transportation is widely viewed by locals as lacking and infrequent, making a personal vehicle practically essential for clinical shift work, though regional connectivity is supplemented by rail, bus links, and Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport.

Daily travel across Kalamazoo is generally quick and manageable, with local drivers benefiting from an average commute time around 15 to 16 minutes. Arterials such as I-94 and US-131 serve as the primary regional spines, connecting the city east-west between Detroit and Chicago and north toward Grand Rapids, while primary corridors like Westnedge Avenue and Michigan Avenue handle internal hospital and downtown traffic.

Public transportation is widely viewed by locals as lacking and infrequent, making a personal vehicle practically essential for clinical shift work, though regional connectivity is supplemented by rail, bus links, and Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: wmed.edu Source 3: allenedwin.com Source 4: reddit.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation is a major draw in Kalamazoo, with scenic green spaces integrated directly into the city fabric. Asylum Lake Preserve offers serene unpaved walking trails and water views on the city's southwest side, complemented by public recreation and fishing at Woods Lake Park. To the north and east, residents frequent the Kalamazoo Nature Center, Lillian Anderson Arboretum, and Gull Lake, alongside seasonal apple picking and autumn family outings at Gull Meadow Farms.

Outdoor recreation is a major draw in Kalamazoo, with scenic green spaces integrated directly into the city fabric. Asylum Lake Preserve offers serene unpaved walking trails and water views on the city's southwest side, complemented by public recreation and fishing at Woods Lake Park.

To the north and east, residents frequent the Kalamazoo Nature Center, Lillian Anderson Arboretum, and Gull Lake, alongside seasonal apple picking and autumn family outings at Gull Meadow Farms.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: sroa.com Source 2: reddit.com Source 3: michigan.org

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Living in Kalamazoo

Positioned midway between Chicago and Detroit along I-94, Kalamazoo pairs a robust life-sciences and healthcare economy—anchored by major employers like Bronson Healthcare, Stryker, and Pfizer—with a surprisingly creative mid-sized city vibe. For relocating nurses, the daily logistics are remarkably straightforward: average commutes hover around 15 minutes, making it easy to live in tree-shaded neighborhoods like Oakland-Winchell or Westnedge Hill, or in neighboring Portage, without facing draining traffic. The city's cultural footprint punches above its size, featuring the country's first outdoor pedestrian mall, top-tier craft brewing at Bell's Brewery, farm-forward dining at Principle Food and Drink, and quiet retreats like Asylum Lake Preserve. For families, the Kalamazoo Promise provides unmatched educational security by funding post-secondary tuition for eligible public school graduates. Tradeoffs include an underdeveloped public transit system that makes a personal vehicle mandatory, harsh winter driving conditions, and a housing market where inventory can be tight in high-demand school pockets. For healthcare professionals seeking a manageable scale, genuine culinary character, and short hospital drives, Kalamazoo offers a balanced, practical relocation choice.

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As of 2025Source 1: wmed.edu Source 2: allenedwin.com Source 3: realestate.usnews.com Source 4: thekalamazoohouse.com Source 5: sroa.com Source 6: reddit.com

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