Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor - Surgical Services
Brainerd, Minnesota
Nurse Managers & Supervisors
Posted Jul 17 · Not open to new grads
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- OR
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Precepting expected · No call
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 2+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
About this role
Building Location
St Josephs Medical Center
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Department
4003400 surgery - sjmc
Join Essentia’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse Supervisor in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where you can enjoy the beauty of 465 lakes offering endless opportunities for water sports and outdoor activities. Located just 125 miles north of Minneapolis, these vibrant cities are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, a premier vacation destination in the state.
Education
Qualifications
BSN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing is required.
Required
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years previous RN experience in an OR or PACU setting.
In this vital role, you will partner closely with the Nurse Manager to oversee the delivery of high-quality nursing care and patient support services. You will play a key role in ensuring that care provided meets established standards, promotes optimal patient outcomes, and supports organizational quality and safety goals.
What You’ll Get to Do in This Role
Partner with the Nurse Manager to assess, plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care and daily operations within our Surgical Services department.
Ensure streamlined and effective patient care delivery systems that support smooth transitions across the continuum of care.
Oversee staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to maintain an efficient and high-functioning unit.
Drive clinical excellence through participation in departmental goal-setting and performance improvement initiatives.
Support financial stewardship through effective operational and resource management.
Facilitate orientation, training, ongoing education, and performance evaluations for nursing staff.
Cultivate a collaborative, team-based environment that promotes clinical excellence and compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency setting.
Licensure/Certification
Qualifications
Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month.
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
1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option
Shift Rotation
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
7:30AM - 4:30PM
Shift End Time
Weekends
Holidays
No
Call Obligation
No
Union
Compensation Range
$44.34 - $66.51
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 degree from an accredited school or college of nursing is required.
- Required
- Minimum of 2 years previous RN experience in an OR or PACU setting.
- In this vital role, you will partner closely with the Nurse Manager to oversee the delivery of high-quality nursing care and patient support services. You will play a key role in ensuring that care provided meets established standards, promotes optimal patient outcomes, and supports organizational quality and safety goals.
- Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month.
- 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.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Tuition reimbursement
- Training and educational programs
Place
- City
- Brainerd, Minnesota
- Median rent
- $827/mo
- Local household income
- $56,111/yr
- State price level
- 1% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Minnesota index 98.6, where 100 is the national average.
Brainerd is a small city in central Minnesota's lake country, surrounded by woods and water. It serves as a regional hub for healthcare and retail in the Brainerd Lakes area, popular with summer vacationers but quiet year-round. A solid fit for outdoorsy nurses who prefer small-town living.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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