Posted Jul 17, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 18, 2026
What this might mean for you
Essentia Health is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $94k–$143k a year.
About this role
The Registered Nurse is responsible for organizing and providing nursing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The RN delegates aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation, and job descriptions. The RN 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. Position requires a high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers and others.
Skills for this role
assessmentplanninginterventionevaluationdelegationcustomer service
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 1 month
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 1 year
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 1 year
Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification within 2 years
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification within 2 years
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Supplemental insurance options
401(k) plan with employer contributions
Tuition reimbursement
About the employer
Essentia Health
Hospital
You would be joining Essentia Health in Duluth, where a new hospital looks out over Lake Superior and the system anchors care across Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin with about 15,000 employees, 14 hospitals, and roughly 70 clinic and outpatient…
4.0 Google rating
What reviewers appreciate
+Yearlong Nurse Residency with monthly class, 1:1 coaching, and NCLEX prep for RNs with under one year of experience
+Posted new-grad starts at $45.03/hr ADN and $46.03/hr BSN in Duluth/Superior
+Hiring incentives up to $7,500 ADN and $10,000 BSN for Duluth RN residents
What reviewers flag
−Union contract negotiations in Duluth have centered on staffing standards, with leadership saying experienced nurses leave over unsafe conditions
−Clinic nurses and APPs held multi-week ULP strikes in 2025; some contracts remained unresolved after the walkout ended
−Glassdoor overall near 3.6/5 with senior management rated lowest among categories
Benefits: PTO; 401k with annual match; health and dental; life and disability; adoption assistance; tuition reimbursement/assistance; relocation for qualifying roles; shift differentials (evenings/overnights on Duluth new-grad postings; $5.50/hr nights at Fosston Living Center).
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.