About The Position

Join Essentia’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse Manager 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.

Requirements

  • 2 years of nursing leadership experience
  • Nursing license in state of employment
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire

Responsibilities

  • Provides leadership and direction to the nursing staff within the acute care unit, ensuring the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based, and patient-centered care
  • Collaborates with physicians, healthcare professionals, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans that meet the individual needs of the patient
  • Monitors and evaluates patient outcomes, ensures adherence to quality standards, protocols, and regulatory requirements
  • Manages and allocates nursing resources effectively, including staffing, scheduling, and assignments to maintain optimal patient care and operation efficiency
  • Fosters a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, professional growth, and open communication among the nursing staff
  • Mentors, coaches, and provides feedback to nurses and other staff supporting their professional development and ensuring their competency in delivering quality patient care
  • Participates in the recruitment, selection and onboarding of nursing and nursing support staff, ensuring the right fit for Essentia Health
  • Collaborates with the nursing leadership team to develop and implement policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and safety

Benefits

  • medical insurance
  • dental insurance
  • vision insurance
  • life insurance
  • disability insurance
  • supplemental options
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions
  • training
  • tuition reimbursement
  • educational programs
  • flexible scheduling
  • generous time off
  • wellness resources
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