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RN Inpatient - Med/Surg/Critical Care

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Sanford

Thief River Falls, Minnesota

Posted Sep 29 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour
Unit and setting
ICU
License
RN license Current licensure with the applicable state nursing board and/or possess multistate licensure privileges as required by position.
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed, residency program
License
Current licensure with the applicable state nursing board and/or possess multistate licensure privileges as required by position.
Certification
Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications (ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NRP, etc.).
Experience
Specific services/positions may have additional education, training or experience requirements.
Also asks
Must have graduated from an accredited school or college of nursing.
Also asks
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
Also asks
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

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

    Find residencies
  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.

    Explore new grad jobs
  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
Why start this early?

Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.

What it pays

Against similar roles
In range for Minnesota staff rolesMinnesota staff postings that state pay run $56k/yr to $124k/yr, the middle half $71k/yr to $118k/yr, across 1,460 postings.

The role and schedule

Union
Union position
Weekends
Every third weekend

Support on this unit

The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.

Orientation
Residency program Available for you: - Nurse Residency Program - Robust on-boarding and training programs for continued growth and development. - Investment in technology to support ef

The workplace

Sanford logo
Sanford
Health system employer

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What preceptor time and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

Your fit

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 Sanford’s careers page.

Read full text

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift

12 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Compensation

Salary Range: $38.33 - $56.80

Union Position

Yes

Department Details

Come join our extraordinary Critical Care/Med Surg team as a Registered Nurse (RN) utilizing a team-based approach to patient care in a rewarding and supportive work environment. Our vision focuses on improving the human condition at every stage of life through exceptional care, spiritual enrichment, innovation and discovery. Our work culture is committed to a safe and welcoming environment, embraces diversity, has creative problem solving, and encourages personal growth in nursing careers.

New grads are welcome! Varied 12-hour day or night shifts and every third weekend in a block schedule, with opportunities to pick up additional shifts based on scheduling needs. RN - ADN pay range: $38.33 - 54.80 RN - BSN pay range: $40.33 - 56.80 Flex positions receive an additional 5% of base wage and qualify for full-time benefits.

Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation and evaluation) to provide individualized nursing care to patients.

Job Description

Whether you're a newly graduated RN or have years of experience as an RN, this position offers an opportunity to work independently and with a team of motivated professionals to provide ongoing collaboration and learning. We’re looking for positive, compassionate, hardworking registered nurses (RN) who can provide high-quality care patients and families deserve. Registered nurses who thrive are adaptable, great communicators, detail-oriented and have excellent time management skills.

Because innovation impacts everything we do, our nursing team is full of critical thinkers. Our Education team works hard to develop curricula that integrates evidence-based practices and engages with partners across our organization to provide our RNs the necessary skills and tools to succeed in your goals throughout your career.

Available for you

  • Nurse Residency Program
  • Robust on-boarding and training programs for continued growth and development.
  • Investment in technology to support efficiencies and new models of care.
  • A team-focused employee experience.

Qualifications Must have graduated from an accredited school or college of nursing. Specific services/positions may have additional education, training or experience requirements. Current licensure with the applicable state nursing board and/or possess multistate licensure privileges as required by position. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications (ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NRP, etc.). Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

What's around it?

In Thief River Falls, MN

Thief River Falls, MN

Living costs about the same as the US average

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