Cardiac Short Stay RN

Allina Health; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 6,150,000 - 10,240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking an RN for the Mercy Cardiovascular Short Stay to provide pre/post care for CV procedures. In this 12-hour shift role, you will monitor telemetry and assist with anesthesia-related care, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

The ideal candidate has 0–2 years in critical care with ACLS certification and MN/WI RN licensure; a perianesthesia background is a plus. Strong teamwork and ongoing professional development are expected.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in MN (or WI) on hire; ACLS/ALS certification required.
• 0–2 years critical care experience; perianesthesia exposure preferred.
• ACLS trained; able to monitor telemetry and anesthesia-related risks.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and families; develop care plans and outcomes.
• Coordinate care; delegate tasks to team; ensure patient safety.
• Monitor anesthesia-related precautions; manage complications.
• Maintain competencies and adhere to evidence-based practice.

Skills

ACLS certification

Telemetry monitoring

Critical care experience

Post/anesthesia care

Education

Associate's or Vocational degree

RN license – MN/WI

Job description

Location Address:4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NWCoon Rapids, MN 55433-2522Date Posted:August 25, 2026Posting Expiration Date:September 02, 2026Department:38015010 Mercy Cardiovascular Short StayShift:Day/Evening (United States of America)Shift Length:12 hour shiftHours Per Week:30Union Contract:MNA-05-Mercy RN-RMCWeekend Rotation:OccasionalJob Summary:Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.Key Position Details:Tier 1: Pre/Post care of CV procedural patients-including sheath pulls, ACLS trained, competent in telemetry monitoringTier 2: Acute inpatient cardiac care nursing experience >3 years, ACLS trained, competent in telemetry monitoringTier 3: Inpatient patient care in hospital setting >5 years, ACLS trained.75 FTE (60 hours per two-week pay period)12-hour day/evening shiftOccasional weekendsScheduled Call is a requirement for this positionJob Description:Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family. As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient’s care needs.Works with patients that are undergoing or recovering from anesthesia or sedation monitoring closely for complications and ensuring the optimal safety and comfort of patients under anesthesia.Principle ResponsibilitiesComprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on needs assessment; establishing the plan of care; supervising the progress; and modification of the plan of care as needed.Maintains education and competencies to remain proficient to provide high quality patient care practice and skills.Incorporates evidence-based nursing practice taking into consideration current statutes, rules and regulations when developing the plan of care.Establishes, in the collaboration with the family and patient, realistic and measurable patient expected outcomes based on nursing diagnoses, patients present and potential capabilities, goals, available resources and plan for continuity of care.Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic and attainable.Coordinates, collaborates, and delegates appropriately to ensure care is provided in a safe, effective fashion.Fulfills all organizational requirements.Supplemental roles:Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role). Demonstrates ability to coordinate, delegate, and direct unit operation, collaborates effectively with unit staff, leadership and other disciplines.Preceptor (only when acting in this role). Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsAssociate's or Vocational degree0 to 2 years critical care RN experiencePreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree0 to 2 years perianesthesia experienceLicenses/CertificationsLicensed Registered Nurse – MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire / WI Department of Safety & Professional Services required if working in the state of WI upon hireMust meet at least ONE of the requirements below: Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days of hire)Additional certifications may be needed at certain sites: Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) is required within 180 days of hireCPAN American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification preferredCAPA American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification preferredPhysical DemandsMedium Work*:Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequentlyPay RangePay Range: $44.64 to $74.33 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Benefit SummaryAllina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.Benefits include:Medical/DentalPTO/Time AwayRetirement Savings PlansLife InsuranceShort-term/Long-term DisabilityVoluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicableStudent Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramAllina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.