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Registered Nurse – Intra-Operative Float - RN

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, Minnesota

$42.44–$65.44/hr

About $88k–$136k/yr

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RNIntra-OperativeSurgical Services

Posted Jul 31, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 3, 2026

What this might mean for you

Mayo Clinic is an academic medical center — teaching floors, residents in the halls, and more sub-specialties to grow into. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $88k–$136k a year.

What the posting states

Patient load & staffing
Floating required

About this role

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The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. Location: Surgical Services – Float to all Surgical Specialties at Rochester Methodist Campus and Saint Marys Campus.

Skills for this role

Patient Care

Requirements

  • Graduate of a nursing program accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA
  • One year of RN experience required
  • Current RN license by applicable state requirements
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification must be valid for 90 days post start date
  • Entry-level associate degree RNs must complete BSN within five years of RN start date
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred
  • Ability to work flexible hours including days, evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call

Benefits

  • Medical: Multiple plan options
  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account
  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network
  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs
  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Continuing education and advancement opportunities

About the employer

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Mayo Clinic
Academic Medical Center

Mayo Clinic is a world-renowned, top-ranked healthcare system with campuses in Rochester, MN; Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ; and Jacksonville, FL. According to U.S. News & World Report, Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider. The Jacksonville, FL…

3.6 Google rating
Mayo Clinic workplace

What reviewers appreciate

  • Top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider per U.S. News & World Report
  • Comprehensive benefits including multiple medical plan options, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, and competitive retirement package
  • Continuing education and advancement opportunities at every career stage

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 3.3/5 on Indeed RN reviews
  • Work-life balance rated 3.6/5, indicating room for improvement
  • Job security and advancement rated below 4.0 at 3.6/5
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Living in Rochester, MN

Home to the world-renowned Mayo Clinic, Rochester blends small-town Minnesota warmth with a globally connected medical community. The Zumbro River winds through downtown, offering riverside trails and green space. For RNs seeking career-defining work in a manageable, welcoming city, Rochester delivers a rare mix of prestige and comfort.

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Metro price level · Rochester area
90.8
9% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,399/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load and staffing support handled day to day?
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