RN - Critical Care Neurotrauma

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 6,203,000 - 9,488,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN, is seeking an ICU/critical care RN to provide comprehensive nursing care in neurotrauma, acute stroke, and burn specialties. You will participate in assessment, planning, and evaluation, delivering holistic care tailored to each patient, with strong teamwork and autonomous practice.

The role is 0.75 FTE on 12-hour day/night shifts with weekends and holidays. Requires BSN or ADN and current ICU experience, BCLS and ACLS within set timelines.

Qualifications

• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment.
• BCLS certification within one month of hire.
• ACLS certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care that is holistic, compassionate, and patient-centered.
• Exercise professional autonomy by making informed nursing decisions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess concerns and integrate data.
• Implement and evaluate care plans to enhance patient outcomes.

Skills

ICU nursing

BCLS (within 1 month)

ACLS (within 1 year)

Communication skills

Education

BSN or ADN

Job description

Department

2003900 SMMC 9-CRITICAL CARE - SMMC HOSP

Building Location

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department

2003900 SMMC 9-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:

• Neurotrauma
• Acute Stroke
• Burn

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

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within one year

Must Have Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Current ICU RN with a minimum of 9 months’ experience or within the last year as an ICU RN (equivalent to 1248 hours). Including experience with various vasoactive medications, mechanical ventilation, and hemodynamic monitoring.

Definition: these hours could come from a combination of varied FTE’s or hours worked within the last year to equate to 1248.

Fte

0.75

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

0700, 1900

Shift End Time

1930, 0730

Weekends

Yes

Holidays

Yes

Call Obligation

No

Union

SMMC MNA RNs (SMRN)

Union Posting Deadline

08/14/2026

Compensation Range

$45.03 - $68.87

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

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].