RN - Critical Care Cardiovascular

Essentia Health; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life & disabl

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement and education

Flexible scheduling and generous PTO

Job summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the 2003910 SMMC 10-CRITICAL CARE department at Essentia Health provides organized nursing care to cardiac and critical care patients, delivering holistic assessments, planning, interventions, and evaluation.

This 0.75 FTE position features 12-hour day/night shifts with every third weekend, requires current RN licensure, BCLS, ACLS within one year, and 6–9 months of acute cardiac or capstone experience; benefits include medical/dental/401(k) and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment.
• BCLS certification or ability to obtain within 1 month from date of hire.
• ACLS certification within one year.
• Minimum 6 months acute care cardiac experience in a RN position, or 9 months med/surg RN experience with capstone/internship in SMMC Critical care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care that is holistic and patient-centered.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess concerns and integrate data.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans to improve outcomes.

Job description

Building Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department: 2003910 SMMC 10-CRITICAL CARE - SMMC HOSP

Job Description: Responsible for organizing and providing nursing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Delegates aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation and job descriptions. Contributes to the meeting of the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia, and meets the requirements of the Joint Commission if applicable and/or other federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.

Education Qualifications:

BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to: ADN: $7,500 BSN: $10,000

This Registered Nurse (RN) will care for the following Critical and Intermediate Care specialties:

Cardiovascular Surgical Medical

What You'll Do in This Role:

• Deliver Comprehensive Care: Provide nursing care that is holistic, compassionate, and centered on the individual needs of each patient.
• Exercise Professional Autonomy: Take responsibility for your nursing practice by making informed decisions and promoting health, recognizing that quality care is a universal right.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Teams: Work closely with patients and a multidisciplinary team to assess concerns, identify issues, and integrate both subjective and objective data.
• Implement and Evaluate Care Plans: Develop tailored care plans, apply appropriate interventions, and continuously evaluate patient outcomes to enhance overall care quality.

This position will work the following:

0.75 FTE 12 Hour Shifts Day/Night Rotation Every third weekend

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 1 month from date of hire
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within one year

Must Meet the Following Qualifications:

• Currently employed RN with minimum 6 months acute care cardiac experience in a RN position, or 9 months med/surg RN experience with completion of a capstone or internship in SMMC Critical care department.

FTE: 0.75

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 0700, 1900 Shift End Time: 1900, 0700 Weekends: Yes Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No

Union: SMMC MNA RNs (SMRN)

Post Deadline: 08/31/2026

Compensation Range: $45.03 - $68.87

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

• 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.