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RN - Ortho Trauma & Urology

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Essentia Health

Duluth, Minnesota

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Shift
8-hour rotating
Hours a week
32
Unit
Med-Surg

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
8-hour rotating · 4 a week · 32 hours
Weekends
Every other weekend
Term
Permanent
On the floor
No call
Practice
Union position
Setting
Hospital
More role details
Accepts
RN
Experience
New graduates
Hiring contact
contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

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
Tuition assistance
Offered

About this role

Building Location

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

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Department

2003920 smmc 11-med surg ortho urology - smmc hosp

Our Mission: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.

Come be a part of our accomplished team in Duluth, Minnesota, on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior!

We are currently hiring an RN for our Level 11 Ortho Trauma & Urology unit at St Mary's Medical Center!

At Essentia Health – St. Mary’s Medical Center, we’re northern Minnesota’s largest hospital, with 380 beds. We are also a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center with 24-hour emergency care and critical care.

Education

Qualifications

BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing

What you'll get to do in this role

  • You will be in charge of organizing and providing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
  • You will get to be a team leader and delegate aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation, and job descriptions.
  • You will be part of something bigger as you will contribute to meeting of the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia, and in turn serve the community in which you live.
  • You will meet the requirements of the Joint Commission as applicable and/or other federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.

This position will work the following

  • 0.8 FTE
  • 8 Hour Shifts
  • Day/Eve Rotation
  • Every other weekend

Licensure/Certification

Qualifications

Current nursing licensure in Minnesota

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to

ADN: $7,500 BSN: $10,000

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

  • Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
  • Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
  • Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

Fte

0.8

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

0700, 1500

Shift End Time

2300, 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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Requirements

  • BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing
  • Current nursing licensure in Minnesota
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month

Place

City
Duluth, Minnesota
Rent against this pay
14% of monthly gross
This role$1,087/mo rent
Monthly gross$7,904/mo

$1,087 median rent against $7,904 a month at $57/hr for 32 hours a week, before tax. Census ACS 2024.

Local household income
$68,807/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
11% below the national average

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

Campus
Building B - St Marys Medical 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.

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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.

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