Altru Health System-posted 2 months ago
$34 - $51/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Grand Forks, ND
1,001-5,000 employees

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another. Location: Altru Hospital 1200 South Columbia Road Grand Forks, ND 58201 Pay Range: $33.80 - $50.69 Summary: Now hiring for 2026 programs! Altru’s Nurse Residency program guides new registered nurses through a year-long onboarding process to create a smooth transition from student to professional nurse. ✔$12,000 sign-on bonus (External & Internal RN New grads)Medical Surgical departments ✔ Student Loan Repayment ✔ Flexible Schedules (self scheduling) ✔A comprehensive benefits package (including 401k match) Units: Emergency Department 4W Medical Surgical General Med Surgical 7E Medical Surgical 3W Medical Surgical 2W Medical Surgical Progressive Care Unit ICU Nursing graduates & Upcoming Nursing graduates! Phase One: » Weekly learning labs led by our nursing educators - Hands on skill review - Altru Policy/Procedure review - Simulation - Interdisciplinary shadow experiences Phase Two: » Monthly Learning Labs with peers, clinical educators, and other content experts to increase knowledge and skills Topics include: - Quality - Safety - Teamwork & Communication - Informatics - Patient-Centered Care - Evidence Based Practice - Care for the Nurse » Simulation including: mega-code, stroke, declining patient » Patient care project Pay Range: Dependent on level RN I $33.80 - $50.69 RN II: $35.49 – $53.23 RN III: $37.26 – $55.89 Summary: Altru’s RN career ladder empowers RNs to manage their career growth and pay. This structure values experience, education, and engagement, providing opportunities for advancement and greater responsibilities. The requirements of each level are listed here. RN I • ASN RN II • 6 years or more of RN experience with an ASN/ADN OR, • 3 years or more of RN experience with an ASN/ADN and clinical certification or professional portfolio OR, • BSN RN III • 12 years or more of RN experience with an ASN/ADN OR, • 6 years or more of RN experience with an ASN/ADN and clinical certification or professional portfolio OR, • 6 years or more of RN experience with a BSN OR, • 3 years or more of RN experience with a BSN and clinical certification or professional portfolio OR, • Masters/Doctorate The Registered Nurse provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the organization. The nurse maintains the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. The nurse facilitates the coordination of patient care within the interdisciplinary care team and provides patient education to assure safe patient discharge.

  • Performs daily rounds on all patients assuring quality customer service by coordinating and taking action on any requirements not met.
  • Develops a plan of care based on assessment that reflects the patient's physical, psychological, social, educational, developmental and rehabilitative needs based on patient's age, ethnic origin, economic status, lifestyle, creed or philosophical beliefs.
  • Assesses the patient's condition and nursing needs, sets goals, and prescribes appropriate nursing actions to meet those goals and the physical, psychological, social, and rehabilitative needs of the patient, including discharge planning.
  • Assesses, intervenes, and reassesses the patient's self-report/symptoms of pain promptly and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
  • Identifies the early warning signs of a change in a patient's condition and responds appropriately to a deteriorating patient, including contacting responsible clinicians as indicated by standard operating procedure.
  • Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patient conditions.
  • Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate multidisciplinary team member and records those observations accurately and concisely.
  • Ensures that intervention or referrals are made promptly.
  • Completes and submits all incident reports (patient, visitor, staff) prior to the completion of each shift.
  • Establishes and maintains communication and utilizes educational opportunities with patients and other significant individuals.
  • As early as possible, begins discharge planning, appropriate education and counseling based on identified needs to optimize patient/family understanding.
  • Evaluates and documents according to standard operating procedure.
  • Assigns or delegates, within the scope of practice, education and experience, the responsibility for performance of nursing interventions to other persons for which that person has the necessary skills and competence to accomplish safely.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
  • Registered Nurse | North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) or Compact State Agreement | Prior to start date | HR Primary Sources
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of start date | Learning Management System
  • Temporary RN license accepted prior to start.
  • Must hold an unencumbered nursing license prior to start.
  • RN Residency Cohort only: ND RN Graduate Work Authorization considered prior to start.
  • The RN Graduate Work Authorization is valid for up to 90 days after issue or upon notification of the NCLEX results, whichever occurs first.
  • This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
  • Student Loan Repayment
  • Flexible Schedules (self scheduling)
  • A comprehensive benefits package (including 401k match)
  • health plan
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • dental plan
  • vision plan
  • life and disability insurance
  • education assistance
  • paid time off (PTO)
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