Registered Nurse - Medical Unit

Essentia Health; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Remote/Hybrid option

Job summary

Essentia Health in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join a compassionate team providing care across neurological, respiratory, general medical, and post-procedural patients.

You will participate in a rotating 12-hour shift schedule with day and night options, working 60 hours per pay period. The role requires MN licensure and BCLS within one month, with a strong commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient care by organizing and delivering comprehensive care across assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Delegate care responsibilities to nursing staff based on licensure and role specifications.
• Adhere to Joint Commission and other regulatory standards while delivering care.
• Provide care for neurological, respiratory, general medical, and post-procedural patients.

Skills

Nursing licensure

Job description

Building Location: St Josephs Medical Center Department: 4003250 NURSING - MEDICAL - SJMC

Job Description

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state’s top vacation destinations.

Education Qualifications

• Lead Patient Care: Organize and deliver comprehensive care by managing all phases of the patient care process, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Guide and Delegate: Act as a team leader by delegating care responsibilities to nursing staff based on their licensure, training, and role specifications.
• Contribute to a Greater Mission: Play a crucial role in advancing the facility’s and Essentia’s mission and goals, making a meaningful impact on the community we serve.
• Ensure Compliance: Adhere to the standards set by the Joint Commission and other relevant federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.

Our Medical Unit Provides Care For

• Neurological Patients: Including those recovering from strokes and those requiring neurological evaluations.
• Respiratory Patients: Such as individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other respiratory conditions.
• General Medical Conditions: Managing a range of diagnoses including diabetes, infections (e.g., flu and COVID-19), abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal bleeding.
• Post-Procedural Patients: Care for individuals recovering from procedures like hernia repairs and ENT surgeries.

Shift Details

• This position will work the following: 60 hours per pay period Every Third Weekend Rotating 12 Hour Shifts
• Day Shift: 7:00AM - 7:30PM
• Overnight Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
• Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 7:00am | 7:00pm Shift End Time: 7:30pm | 7:30am Weekends: Every 3rd Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: St Josephs MNA RNs (STJRN) Union Posting Deadline: 08/25/2026

Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Compensation Range

$41.22 - $61.83

FTE

0.75

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month.

Essentia Health Values

Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

Equal Opportunity Statement

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.

Essentia Health Mission

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.