RN - Cardiac

essentiahealth; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is hiring an RN for the Level 17 Cardiac Unit at St Marys Medical Center. The role involves caring for post-op heart surgery patients, telemetry, arrhythmias, and heart failure, with 0.8 FTE and Day/Eve rotation, weekends every other.

Compensation ranges from $45.03 to $68.87 per hour and includes a broad benefits package. Responsibilities include coordinating patient care from assessment to evaluation, leading nursing teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Organize and provide care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Lead a nursing team and delegate tasks based on licensure and training.
• Meet Joint Commission and state/federal regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care on the Level 17 Cardiac Unit.
• Lead and delegate nursing duties to team members.
• Support mission and community health goals.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Team leadership

Care planning

Education

Minnesota RN license

BCLS within 1 month

ACLS within first year

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2003960 SMMC 17-MED SURG CARDIOLOGY - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Our Mission: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.

Come be a part of our accomplished team in Duluth, Minnesota, on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior!

We are currently hiring an RN for our Level 17 Cardiac Unit at St Mary's Medical Center!

Types of patients and conditions you will see: post op heart surgery, telemetry monitoring, pacemaker, ablations, vasculature patients, A-fib stabilization, arrythmias, syncope, and chronic heart failure.

Education Qualifications:

What you'll get to do in this role:

• You will be in charge of organizing and providing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• You will get to be a team leader and delegate aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation, and job descriptions.
• You will be part of something bigger as you will contribute to meeting of the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia, and in turn serve the community in which you live.
• You will meet the requirements of the Joint Commission as applicable and/or other federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.

This position will work the following:

• 0.8 FTE
• 8 Hour Shifts
• Day/Eve Rotation
• Every other weekend

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current nursing licensure in Minnesota
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month
• ACLS required within the first year

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to:

ADN: $7,500

BSN: $10,000

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:

0.8

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

0700 and 1500

Shift End Time:

1530 and 2330

Weekends:

Yes - every other

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

SMMC MNA RNs (SMRN)

Union Posting Deadline:

10/8/2026

Compensation Range:

$45.03 - $68.87Employee 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].