RN - New Grad Nurse Resident

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive up to $7,500 (ADN) /$

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN, offers a Nurse Residency Program for new graduates with less than one year of experience. The program runs for 1 year and aligns with the unit you are hired into, enrolling all new graduates in the residency.

Shifts are typically 0.7–0.8 FTE across Day/Night with 12-hour options, starting wage published for ADN/BSN track. Applicants must graduate in December 2026 and obtain a Minnesota RN license before start, with BCLS certification within one month of hire.

Qualifications

• Current nursing student graduating in August or December 2026.

Responsibilities

• Transition new graduates into professional practice through the Nurse Residency Program.
• Support professional development during the 1-year program.
• Engage in a structured onboarding aligned with the unit assignment.

Education

Minnesota RN license

BCLS certification

Job description

Department

2005100 NURSING ADMINISTRATION - SMMC HOSP

Building Location

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department

2005100 NURSING ADMINISTRATION - SMMC HOSP

Job Description

The Nurse Residency Program offers a structured and supportive environment for new nurses to develop their skills and transition smoothly into their professional careers. The program coincides with the unit you are hired into and all nurses with less than one year of experience are enrolled in the program.

Overview

Education Qualifications

• Target audience: We are now accepting applications for December 2026 graduates! If you have already graduated, please look at openings on our careers page and apply. If you are hired, we will enroll you in the Nurse Residency Program.
• Goal: To support new graduate nurses in their transition from novice nurse to competent nurse through professional development.
• Length: 1 year program
• Shifts: Typically 0.7-0.8 FTE working Day/Night (some 12-hour shifts or D/E availability), but openings vary

Eligibility

• Current nursing student graduating in August or December 2026

Required Qualifications

• Nursing license in Minnesota before start date with Essentia Health
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month of hire.

Highlights

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• RN Hiring Incentive Eligible Position: Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $7,500 for ADNs and up to $10,000 for BSNs
• NCLEX Prep Course available upon hire
• 1:1 Coaching Guidance through first year starting at time of hire
• Monthly Nurse Residency Class
• New hospital overlooking Lake Superior
• Be part of an organization that is on the pathway to the Magnet Recognition Program
• Level 1 Adult and Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center
• Tuition Reimbursement for advancing education
• Shift Differential for Evenings and Overnights
• Starting wage: $45.03 for ADN/$46.03 for BSN

Program Outcomes

• Transition from novice to competent nurse.
• Develop effective clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrate clinical leadership at the point of care.
• Feel a strengthened commitment to nursing practice.
• Incorporate research and evidence-based practices into care.

Like Nowhere Else

https://vimeo.com/284233541

To learn more about Duluth, MN and our surrounding areas: https://www.essentiahealth.org/about/communities/duluth.

YOU belong here!

Fte

0.8

Shift Rotation

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

0700, 1500, 2300

Shift End Time

1530, 0730, 2230 or 1930 if 12 hour shifts

Weekends

Yes

Holidays

Yes

Call Obligation

No

Compensation Range

$45.03 - $68.87

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 (218) 576‑0000.