RN - Neurotrauma
- License
- RN license
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed, residency program
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies4–6 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 jobs2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questionsAround 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
- Pays above most Minnesota staff rolesMinnesota staff postings that state pay run $28/hr to $60/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $54/hr, across 752 postings.
Support on this unit
The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.
- Orientation
- Residency program
The workplaceFrom Medicare Care Compare, Sep 2026 · ANCC.
- Hospital
- Essentia Health ST MARY'S Medical Center
- Address
- 402 EAST SECOND STREET, DULUTH, MN, 55805
- CMS rating
- 4 of 5 stars
- Beds
- 342
- RN residency
- Essentia Health TTP Program - RN Residency at Essentia Health - St. Mary's MC, accredited through Apr 2030
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…
About ESSENTIA HEALTH ST MARY'S MEDICAL CENTER
Worth asking
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, and call?
- What preceptor time and ongoing unit support are included?
More questions to askFewer questions
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit
About this role
Posting details
- Building location
- Building B - St Marys Medical Center
- Department
- 2003930 Smmc 12-Med Surg Neuro Trauma - Smmc Hosp
In Neuroscience you will care for a wide variety of patients with care needs in relation to neuro trauma and neurologic issues.
Essentia Health is a Level 1 Trauma center and Thrombectomy Certified Stroke Center.
You will work in a valued/strong based team in a fast paced environment.
In neuroscience you will receive extensive stroke education and also learn to care for patients with spine and brain injuries.
You will frequently use the NIHSS stroke scale for assessment of patients and help patients with swallowing issues and dysphasia screening.
You will be responsible for organizing and providing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
You will delegate aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation, and job descriptions.
You will contribute to the meeting of the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia, and meet the requirements of the Joint Commission if applicable and/or other federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.
Our Benefits are exceptional and include
*External candidate RNs are eligible for a recruitment incentive*
Enrollment in the Nurse Residency Program if under one year of RN experience
- Shift Differential for Evenings and Overnights
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program for higher education
Career Development
Employee wellness program: fitness discounts, rewards programs, and well-being resources
Medical & Dental Insurance, Paid personal leave, 401K, Adoption Assistance
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Like nowhere else
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To learn more about Duluth, MN and our surrounding areas: https://www.essentiahealth.org/about/communities/duluth.
YOU belong here!
FTE
0.7
Shift Rotation
Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
0700 and 2300
Shift End Time
1530 and 0730
Weekends
Yes - every other
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.
The posting’s own wording (2)
Qualifications
BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing
Qualifications
Current nursing licensure in Minnesota
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 1 month from date of hire
Be a part of a Healthcare organization that invests in you and your career . We are actively reviewing applications for our RN Neurotrauma Level 12 position.
Apply now and help us continue to raise the bar in patient care!
What's around it?
Duluth, MNFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 11% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,087/mo
- Household income
- $68,807/yr, all local households, not nurse pay
