Registered Nurse (RN) PACU

Essentia Health; United States; Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) with employer contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Essentia Health is hiring a Registered Nurse in Brainerd/Baxter, Minnesota to lead patient care, delegate tasks, and support the facility’s mission. The role requires a BSN/ADN and MN licensure with at least three years of RN experience, PACU experience preferred, and BCLS/ACLS/PALS certifications within specified timeframes.

The position offers varied shifts, 56 hours per pay period, day/evening rotations, and a 0.7 FTE with potential remote/hybrid options.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing.
• Three years RN experience; PACU RN experience preferred.
• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment.
• BCLS, ACLS, PALS certifications within required timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Patient Care: Organize and deliver comprehensive care across all phases of the patient care process.
• Guide and Delegate: Delegate care tasks based on licensure and role specifications.
• Contribute to a Greater Mission: Support Essentia Health's mission and community impact.
• Ensure Compliance: Adhere to Joint Commission and other regulatory standards.

Skills

Patient care leadership

Team delegation

Regulatory compliance

Care planning

Education

BSN or ADN degree

Tools

BCLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Building Location: St Josephs Medical Center Department: 4003470 PACU - SJMC

Job Description: Join Essentia’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where you can enjoy the beauty of 465 lakes offering endless opportunities for water sports and outdoor activities. Located just 125 miles north of Minneapolis, these vibrant cities are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, a premier vacation destination in the state.

Education Qualifications: BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing.

What you’ll get to do in this role:

• 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.

This position will work the following:

• 56 hours per pay period
• 8 hour shifts
• 6:00AM - 2:30PM
• 7:00AM - 3:30PM
• 8:00AM - 4:30PM
• 1:00PM - 9:30PM
• Weekend and Holiday Call Rotations
• On Call: Weekdays: 4:30PM - 7:00AM
• Weekends: Friday at 4:30PM - Monday at 7:00AM

Join our team as a Registered Nurse and be eligible for a hiring incentive! This incentive is designed to welcome you and reward your commitment to joining our dedicated healthcare team.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Must have three years RN experience, PACU RN experience preferred.
• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 3 months
• Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS) certification within 1 year

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.

FTE: 0.7

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 6:00AM, 7:00AM, 8:00AM, 1:00PM Shift End Time: 2:30PM, 3:30PM, 4:30PM, 9:30PM Weekends: Rotation Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: Yes

Union: St Josephs MNA RNs (STJRN) Union

Posting Deadline: 11/10/2026

Compensation Range: $42.87 - $64.30

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].

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.

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

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.