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Staff Nurse (RN) - Jail Health Services

Hennepin Healthcare

Minneapolis, Minnesota

$36.70–$69.38/hr

About $76k–$144k/yr

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Posted Aug 27, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 28, 2026

What this means for you

Hennepin Healthcare is an academic medical center — teaching floors, residents in the halls, and more sub-specialties to grow into. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $76k–$144k a year. It's a night shift — quieter halls, a tighter crew, and your daylight hours back.

What the listing says

Shift
Nights · 8-hour
Weekends, holidays, call
Weekend rotation: Every other Weekend · Shift Detail: Night, Every Other Weekend
Orientation & support
Preceptorship program
EHR & union
Union position
Facility
Level I trauma center · Academic medical center

About this role

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Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County. Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization. JOB DETAILS Department: Jail Health Services FTE: 0.8 (64 hours per pay period) Number of shifts per pay period : 8 Shift(s): Nights Weekend rotation: Every other Weekend Shift Length: 8 hours RESPONSIBILITIES: Within the context of the Hennepin Healthcare System Patient and Family Centered Care model, and under general supervision, the registered nurse provides and coordinates nursing care by: • Protecting, promoting, and optimizing health • Preventing illness and injury • Alleviating suffering through the treatment of the human response • Partnering with the patient, their family and significant others • Documenting interventions and an individualized plan of care Minimum Qualifications: • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing • Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of Minnesota Preferred Qualifications: • 1 year corrections, mental health, addiction medicine, TCU or inpatient nursing experience • Preceptorship with jail health services • Certification in area of clinical specialty • BSN Preferred. Bachelor of Nursing degree is strongly encouraged. Advancement in academic education will be discussed as part of individual professional development during the annual performance review. You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Total Rewards Package: • We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity. • We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement. • For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us. Department: Jail Health Services Primary Location : MN-Minneapolis-Public Safety Facility (Jail) Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.80 (64 hours per pay period) Shift Detail: Night, Every Other Weekend Job Level : Staff Employee Status : Regular Eligible for Benefits: Yes Union/Non Union: Union Min: $36.70 Max: $69.38 Job Posting : Aug-27-2026

Requirements

  • RN

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • HJUWZ
  • CFRGS

About the employer

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Hennepin Healthcare
Academic Medical Center

You step into a 473-bed academic medical center in Minneapolis that has served this county since 1887. HCMC is a Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, with acute care, a large psychiatric program, GI Lab,…

473 beds
2.8 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Level I Adult and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center acuity
  • Sign-on bonus up to $20,000 for RN roles
  • Compensation and benefits rated 3.9, highest review category

What reviewers flag

  • Senior management rated 2.8, the lowest category
  • CEO approval only 42%
  • Work/life balance a middling 3.4
patient-centeredteamworkrespectexcellenceteachingequity

Living in Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis blends urban energy with outdoor access, boasting trails, lakes, and a thriving arts scene anchored by the Mississippi riverfront. Nurses relocating here will find a strong healthcare job market, four distinct seasons, and neighborhoods like Northeast and Uptown offering diverse dining, breweries, and nightlife. The metro's parks and cultural amenities make it a well-rounded place to put down roots.

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Metro price level · Minneapolis area
5% above the national average
BEA index 104.8 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,371/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$80,846/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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