Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Unit (Straight Nights)

Essentia Health•Brainerd, MN
•$41 - $62•Onsite

About The Position

Essentia Health is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Medical Unit at St Josephs Medical Center in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota. The Medical Unit cares for patients with neurological conditions, including stroke recovery and neurological evaluations; respiratory conditions such as COPD; general medical conditions including diabetes, infections, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal bleeding; and patients recovering from procedures such as hernia repairs and ENT surgeries. The nurse organizes and delivers comprehensive patient care throughout assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The role also includes delegating care responsibilities to nursing staff according to their licensure, training, and roles; supporting the facility’s and Essentia’s mission and goals; and complying with Joint Commission standards and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and accreditation requirements. This is a 0.6 FTE position working 48 hours per pay period on a permanent night rotation, with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. The position works every third weekend and holidays, with no call obligation. A hiring incentive is available. Compensation is $41.22–$61.83.

Requirements

  • BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing.
  • Current nursing licensure in the state(s) of employment.
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month.

Responsibilities

  • Organize and deliver comprehensive patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
  • Lead the care team by delegating responsibilities to nursing staff in accordance with their licensure, training, and role specifications.
  • Contribute to the facility’s and Essentia’s mission and goals and serve the community.
  • Comply with Joint Commission standards and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory and accrediting requirements.
  • Provide care to patients with neurological, respiratory, general medical, and post-procedural needs.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance, with supplemental options
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions
  • Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Paid time off and personal leave
  • Wellness resources, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities
  • Hiring incentive
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