Sedation Registered Nurse

CentraCare•Saint Cloud, MN

8d•$41 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a dedicated nurse to support safe and effective patient care within our Perioperative Sedation Program. In this role, you’ll review patient medical histories to confirm they’re appropriate candidates for Nurse-Administered Sedation, monitor and interpret vital signs, and provide conscious sedation under the direction of an approved provider. You will also assist anesthesiologists with regional anesthesia procedures and help ensure consistent, high-quality care before, during, and after sedation. This position includes educating patients and staff, serving as a resource for pain management, and contributing to the overall success of the sedation program. Collaboration is key—you’ll work closely with the Department of Anesthesia, day-charge RNs, Nurse Educators, and the Surgery Clinical Resource Nurse to support clinical quality, safety, and excellent service throughout Perioperative Services. This position will train at the St. Cloud Hospital and then work at both CentraCare Plaza and the St. Cloud Hospital once the expansion is open summer of 2026. Schedule: Full-time | 63-80 hours every two weeks Monday-Friday shifts | Combination of 6:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. shifts No weekends or holidays Potential for extended start dates due to training requirements. Pay and Benefits: Pay based on experience and degree Associate/Diploma in nursing starting at $41.34 per hour Bachelor’s in nursing starting at $42.37 per hour Master’s in nursing starting at $43.43 per hour Full-time benefits: Medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more! $3,500 hiring bonus and $5,000 relocation bonus for eligible candidates. Tuition Reimbursement and college grant programs available. Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Minnesota required. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider card per established policy required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required. 2 years minimum experience in critical care or procedural area preferred. Bachelor or Master's Degree Nursing preferred. BSN or higher required within three years. To be eligible for the hiring bonus you must be an external candidate who is hired into an eligible full time or part time benefited position. Previous CentraCare employees qualify if they have not worked for CentraCare for at least 9 months at the date of hire. Relocation Assistance Eligibility: Must accept a position that offers benefits and may not have worked for CentraCare in the last 9 months. Must currently reside more than 50 miles away from St. Cloud Hospital and relocate to within 30 miles of it. CentraCare hiring incentives to include but not limited to, hiring and relocation bonuses may be discontinued at any time. CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Minnesota required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider card per established policy required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
BSN or higher required within three years.

Nice To Haves

2 years minimum experience in critical care or procedural area preferred.
Bachelor or Master's Degree Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Review patient medical histories to confirm they’re appropriate candidates for Nurse-Administered Sedation
Monitor and interpret vital signs
Provide conscious sedation under the direction of an approved provider
Assist anesthesiologists with regional anesthesia procedures
Ensure consistent, high-quality care before, during, and after sedation
Educate patients and staff
Serve as a resource for pain management
Contribute to the overall success of the sedation program
Work closely with the Department of Anesthesia, day-charge RNs, Nurse Educators, and the Surgery Clinical Resource Nurse to support clinical quality, safety, and excellent service throughout Perioperative Services