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Provides specialized care to patients who are severely ill or injured and may practice in an intensive care unit or in a care area that requires critical care nursing expertise.

Posted Oct 15 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour shifts · day or night 12-⁠hour shifts 12 hour day/night shift24 hours a week
Unit and setting
Mercy Intensive Care Unit/Coronary Care Unit · Hospital Provides specialized care to patients who are severely ill or injured.severely ill or injured patients
License
RN license Minnesota RN license upon hire
Term
Permanent .6 FTE (48 hours per 2 week pay period)0.6 FTE

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed
License
Minnesota RN license upon hire Check your license
License
Wisconsin RN license upon hire if working in WI Check your license
Certification
Current ACLS from the American Heart Association (one of three options) Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
Certification
Current ALS from the American Red Cross (one of three options) Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross
Certification
Allina in-house ACLS training within 60 days of hireAfter hire · within 60 days of hire Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days of hire)
Education
Associate's or vocational degree Associate's or Vocational degree
Experience
2 to 5 years RN experience
Experience
Mercy ICU orientation or 1 year recent ICU experience Tier 1 - Successful completion of Mercy ICU orientation or 1 year recent ICU experience required
Experience
1 year recent telemetry, critical care step-down or emergency department experience Tier 2 - 1 year recent telemetry, critical care step down or emergency department experience required
Experience
1 year recent medical/surgical experience
Also asks
New graduates with an ICU capstone course considered Will consider new graduates who completed a capstone course in ICU

Preferred

Certification
CCRN certification Certified Critical Care RN - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) preferred
Certification
RN-C in the department's specialty RN-C in appropriate to department specialty preferred
Certification
SCRN stroke certification SCRN Stroke Certified RN preferred
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
0 to 2 years critical care RN experience
Your six-month RN application plan

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  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

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  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

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  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license

What it pays

Pay differential
Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Tuition assistance
Offered
Extra pay
Shift and weekend differentials may applyfor certain shifts or work
Eligibility
Benefit offerings depend on FTE and union status *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Pay reviews
Starting rate depends on experience, education and the union agreement Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).

Benefits

  • BenefitsMedical/DentalMedical/Dental
  • BenefitsPTO/Time AwayPTO/Time Away
  • BenefitsRetirement savings plansRetirement Savings Plans
  • BenefitsLife insuranceLife Insurance
  • BenefitsShort-term and long-term disabilityShort-term/Long-term Disability
  • BenefitsVoluntary vision, legal and critical illness coverageVoluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
More benefits (6)
  • BenefitsTuition reimbursement or continuing medical education as applicableTuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
  • BenefitsStudent loan support for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramStudent Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • BenefitsWell-being dollars and dedicated well-being navigatorsThis includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs
  • Short-term/Long-term Disability
  • Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
  • Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

The role and schedule

Precepting
You would precept other nurses Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.
Union
Union contract MNA-05-Mercy RN-RMC MNA-05-Mercy RN-RMC
Day to day
assessing patient and family needs and setting the plan of care
Charge
charge nurse when assigned Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
Weekends
every third weekend Every 3rd weekend rotation
Details
Lifting up to 32 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs frequently Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

The workplace

AHS Allina Health System
Health system employer

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, holiday, and call?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

ICU / Critical Care has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.

Original listing

Posted on AHS Allina Health System’s careers page.

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Location Address

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433-2522

Date Posted

October 15, 2026 Posting Expiration Date

October 23, 2026 Department

38013010 Mercy Intensive Care Unit/Coronary Care Unit Shift

Day/Night (United States of America) Shift Length

  • 12 hour shift Hours Per Week:

24 Union Contract

MNA-05-Mercy RN-RMC Weekend Rotation

Every 3rd Job

Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care.

This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: Tier 1 – Successful completion of Mercy ICU orientation or 1 year recent ICU experience required Tier 2 – 1 year recent telemetry, critical care step down or emergency department experience required Tier 3 – 1 year recent medical/surgical experience required.

Will consider new graduates who completed a capstone course in ICU .6 FTE (48 hours per 2 week pay period) 12 hour day/night shift Every 3rd weekend rotation

Job Description

Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family. As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient’s care needs.

Provides specialized care to patients who are severely ill or injured. May practice in an intensive care unit or in a care area that requires the expertise of the critical care nurse. Principle Responsibilities Comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on needs assessment; establishing the plan of care; supervising the progress; and modification of the plan of care as needed.

Maintains education and competencies to remain proficient to provide high quality patient care practice and skills. Incorporates evidence-based nursing practice taking into consideration current statutes, rules and regulations when developing the plan of care. Establishes, in the collaboration with the family and patient, realistic and measurable patient expected outcomes based on nursing diagnoses, patients present and potential capabilities, goals, available resources and plan for continuity of care.

Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic and attainable. Coordinates, collaborates, and delegates appropriately to ensure care is provided in a safe, effective fashion. Fulfills all organizational requirements.

Supplemental roles: Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).

  • Demonstrates ability to coordinate, delegate, and direct unit operation, collaborates effectively with unit staff, leadership and other disciplines.

Preceptor (only when acting in this role).

  • Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.

Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Associate's or Vocational degree 2 to 5 years RN experience Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree 0 to 2 years critical care RN experience Licenses/Certifications Licensed Registered Nurse – MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire / WI Department of Safety & Professional Services required if working in the state of WI upon hire

Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below

  • Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross
  • Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days of hire)
  • Certified Critical Care RN - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) preferred
  • RN-C in appropriate to department specialty preferred
  • SCRN Stroke Certified RN preferred

Physical Demands Medium Work

Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently Pay Range Pay Range: $44.64 to $74.33 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include

Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

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