RN - Observation Unit

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN
•$45 - $69•Onsite

About The Position

Essentia Health is hiring an RN for the Observation Unit at Miller Dwan Medical Center in Duluth, Minnesota. The role organizes and provides patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The RN serves as a team leader and delegates aspects of care to nursing personnel according to their licensure, preparation, and job descriptions. The position contributes to the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia Health, serves the community, and meets applicable Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting requirements. This position is 0.75 FTE with 12-hour day/night rotation shifts, working every third weekend and holidays. Shift start times are 0700 and 1900; end times are 1930 and 0730. There is no call obligation. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $7,500 for an ADN or $10,000 for a BSN. Compensation is listed as $45.03–$68.87.

Requirements

  • BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing.
  • Current nursing licensure in Minnesota.
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month.
  • One year of acute Med/Surg RN experience.

Nice To Haves

  • Critical Care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Organize and provide patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
  • Lead the care team and delegate aspects of care to nursing personnel based on their licensure, preparation, and job descriptions.
  • Contribute to the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia Health and serve the local community.
  • Meet applicable Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) with employer contributions.
  • Professional development, including training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
  • Flexible scheduling.
  • Paid time off and personal leave.
  • Employee wellness resources and programs, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
  • Life and disability insurance, with supplemental options.
  • Hiring incentive of up to $7,500 for ADN candidates or $10,000 for BSN candidates, subject to eligibility.
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