Job Description

Job Description:

Join Essentia’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where you can enjoy the beauty of 465 lakes offering endless opportunities for water sports and outdoor activities. Located just 125 miles north of Minneapolis, these vibrant cities are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, a premier vacation destination in the state.

Education Qualifications:

• BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing.

What you'll get to do in this role:

• Lead Patient Care: Organize and deliver comprehensive care by managing all phases of the patient care process, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.

• Guide and Delegate: Act as a team leader by delegating care responsibilities to nursing staff based on their licensure, training, and role specifications.

• Contribute to a Greater Mission: Play a crucial role in advancing the facility’s and Essentia’s mission and goals, making a meaningful impact on the community we serve.

• Ensure Compliance: Adhere to the standards set by the Joint Commission and other relevant federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.

Our Medical Unit provides care for:

• Neurological Patients: Including those recovering from strokes and those requiring neurological evaluations.

• Respiratory Patients: Such as individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other respiratory conditions.

• General Medical Conditions: Managing a range of diagnoses including diabetes, infections (e.g., flu and COVID-19), abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal bleeding.

• Post-Procedural Patients: Care for individuals recovering from procedures like hernia repairs and ENT surgeries.

This position will work the following:

• 60 hours per pay period

• Every Third Weekend

• 12 Hour Shifts

• Overnight Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM

Join our team as a Registered Nurse and be eligible for a sign-on bonus! This incentive is designed to welcome you and reward your commitment to joining our dedicated healthcare team.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment.

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 1 month from date of hire.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.

• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.

• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

• Benefit Eligibility: Employees who work 40 hours per pay period (0.5 FTE) are eligible for most benefits.

Job Location: St Josephs Medical Center

Shift Rotation: Permanent Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: 7:00PM/7:30AM

Hours Per Pay Period: 60

Compensation Range: $38.48 - $57.72 / hour

Union: St Josephs MNA RNs (STJRN)

FTE: 0.75

Weekends: Every Third

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) at Essentia

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