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Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Essentia Health

Duluth, Minnesota

RN

Sign-on bonus

Posted Jul 16 · Not open to new grads

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Shift
12-hour rotating
Hours a week
30
Unit
L&D

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
12-hour rotating · 30 hours
Weekends
Every weekend
Term
Permanent
On the floor
No call
Practice
Union position
Setting
Hospital
More role details
Accepts
RN
Experience
1+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$57/hr
nursing in Minnesota$38/hr

The median for nursing in Minnesota is $38/hr, across 566 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

Sign-on bonus
$10,000

About this role

Building Location

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

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Department

2003290 nursing - birthplace - smmc hosp

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. Responsible for the coordination of lactation education and support within the nursing division. NICU RN's in Fargo, ND and Duluth, MN are required to perform transport via helicopter and Ambulance.

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

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.

Licensure/Certification

Qualifications

Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within one year

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within one year

Must Meet the Following

Qualifications

Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills

Minimum of one year RN experience per above definition which includes: postpartum/couplet care; antepartum; labor and delivery with a greater than 1,200 deliveries per year.

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)

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.

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Must Meet the Following Qualifications: Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills Minimum of one year RN experience per above definition which includes: postpartum/couplet care; antepartum; labor and deliv…· from this posting

Requirements

  • BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing
  • Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within one year
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within one year
  • Must Meet the Following
  • Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Minimum of one year RN experience per above definition which includes: postpartum/couplet care; antepartum; labor and delivery with a greater than 1,200 deliveries per year.

Place

City
Duluth, Minnesota
Rent against this pay
15% of monthly gross
This role$1,087/mo rent
Monthly gross$7,410/mo

$1,087 median rent against $7,410 a month at $57/hr for 30 hours a week, before tax.

Local household income
$68,807/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
11% below the national average

Duluth area index 88.8, where 100 is the national average.

Address
532 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805, USA

Duluth sits on the western tip of Lake Superior, blending rugged outdoor access with a working port-city feel. The Canal Park district offers lakefront dining and the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge, while the surrounding hills provide hiking and trail networks. A practical choice for nurses who value four-season recreation and a mid-size community pace.

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