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Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Sep 10

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour days
Unit and setting
ICU
License
RN licenseCurrent nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month
Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 3 months
Certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within one year of being oriented to the ED
Education
BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing

What it pays

Sign-on bonus
$10,000

The workplace

Essentia Health Virginia, LLC
Hiring organization

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • 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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Your fit

On your path

ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.

Original listing

Posted on Essentia Health Virginia, LLC’s careers page.

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Department
2082500 Emergency Services Tech - Vir Hosp

Join Essentia Health’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse in Virginia, Minnesota, where you can enjoy the beauty of the historic Iron Range. This vibrant community offers endless opportunities for outdoor adventures, from exploring scenic Olcott Park to enjoying world-class fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling across the surrounding Northwoods lakes. Located just 200 miles north of Minneapolis and an hour from Duluth, Virginia offers a deep community spirit and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in rural healthcare. Education

Qualifications

Responsible for organizing and providing nursing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Delegates aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation and job descriptions. 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.

This position will work the following

  • 48 hours per pay period
  • Every Third Weekend
  • Rotating
  • 12 Hour Shifts

Day Shift: 7:00AM - 7:30PM Overnight Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM Block: 7A Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $7,500 (ADN) and up to $10,000 (BSN) Licensure/Certification

Qualifications

Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 3 months Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within one year of being oriented to the ED BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing

About Essentia Health

We are a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. We are like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

FTE

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

7:00am - 7:30pm/7:00pm - 7:30am

Shift End Time

Weekends

Every Third Weekend

Holidays

Yes

Call Obligation

No

Union

VA Hospital MNA RNs (VAHOSPRN)

Union Posting Deadline

09/1/2026

Compensation Range

$44.69 - $64.48

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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