RN - Med Surg Float Pool

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings (401k)

Professional development / tuition

Work-life balance / generous time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Essentia Health – St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Med/Surg Float Pool. The role is 0.7 FTE with 8-hour day/night shifts, including every other weekend, in a Level I trauma center setting.

You will assess and plan patient care, lead nursing teams, delegate tasks per licensure, and help meet facility goals while upholding joint commission standards and community service expectations.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in state of employment.
• BCLS certification within one month.

Responsibilities

• Organize and provide care through assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation.
• Lead the team and delegate care based on licensure and training.
• Contribute to the facility's mission and regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements.

Skills

Assessment

Care planning

Team leadership

Delegation

Education

RN license

Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2004130 FLOAT POOL - MED SURG - 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 Med/Surg Float Pool at St Mary’s Medical Center!

At Essentia Health – St. Mary’s Medical Center, we’re northern Minnesota’s largest hospital, with 380 beds. We are also a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center with 24-hour emergency care and critical care.

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:

• 0.7 FTE
• 8 Hour Shifts
• Day/Night Rotation
• Every other weekend
• $2.00 per hour upon hire into a float pool position

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

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

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:

0.7

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

0700 and 2300

Shift End Time:

1530 and 0730

Weekends:

Every Other

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

SMMC MNA RNs (SMRN)

Union Posting Deadline:

10/7/2026

Compensation Range:

$47.03 - $70.87

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].