Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor - Surgical Services

Essentia Health; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 59,291 - 88,937; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings Plans

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Employee Wellness Programs

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Registered Nurse Supervisor for its Brainerd and Baxter locations in Minnesota. Join a team focused on clinical excellence, patient care, and fostering a supportive environment with endless outdoor opportunities. The role includes managing nursing care, overseeing staff, and driving performance improvements in our Surgical Services department.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN degree, current nursing licensure, and at least two years of experience in an OR or PACU setting. Employee benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years previous RN experience in an OR or PACU setting.
• Current nursing licensure in the state of employment.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Nurse Manager to assess, plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Drive clinical excellence through goal setting and performance improvements.
• Facilitate training and performance evaluations for nursing staff.

Skills

Nursing care management

Patient care delivery systems

Financial stewardship and resource management

Collaboration in a team environment

Education

BSN degree from an accredited school of nursing

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Job description

Job Description

Join Essentia’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse Supervisor 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 degree from an accredited school or college of nursing is required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years previous RN experience in an OR or PACU setting.

What You’ll Get To Do In This Role

• Partner with the Nurse Manager to assess, plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care and daily operations within our Surgical Services department.
• Ensure streamlined and effective patient care delivery systems that support smooth transitions across the continuum of care.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to maintain an efficient and high-functioning unit.
• Drive clinical excellence through participation in departmental goal-setting and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support financial stewardship through effective operational and resource management.
• Facilitate orientation, training, ongoing education, and performance evaluations for nursing staff.
• Cultivate a collaborative, team-based environment that promotes clinical excellence and compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency setting.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

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

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.

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].

Job Details

• Location: St Josephs Medical Center
• Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
• Shift Start/End: 7:30AM - 4:30PM
• Hours Per Pay Period: 80
• Compensation Range: $43.04 - $64.56 per hour
• FTE: 1