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Registered Nurse Med Surg Oncology

AHS Allina Health System

Minneapolis, Minnesota

You'll work on a 30-bed hematology/oncology unit that also takes general medicine, surgical, palliative and end-of-life patients.

Posted Oct 12 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour shifts · Permanent nights 12 hour permanent nights shift Permanent Nights (United States of America)36 hours a week
Unit and setting
E3000 hematology/oncology unit · Hospital also seeing general medicine, some surgicals, palliative care and end of life patientsGeneral medicine, some surgicals, palliative and end-of-life patients
License
RN license Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hireMinnesota RN license, required if working in Minnesota upon hire
Term
Permanent .9 FTE (72 hours per 2 week pay period)0.9 FTE, 72 hours per two-week pay period

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed Tier 2: Will consider med/surg experience and new grads.
License
Minnesota RN license, required if working in Minnesota upon hire Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire Check your license
Certification
Must meet at least one of: current BLS from the American Heart Association; current BLS from the American Red Cross; or Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire
Certification
Current BLS from the American Red Cross Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
Certification
Current ACLS from the American Heart Association, at sites that require it Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
Certification
BLS through Allina in-house trainingAfter hire · within 30 days of hire Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
Certification
ACLS through Allina in-house training, at sites that require itAfter hire · within 60 days of hire Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days of hire)
Education
Associate's or vocational degree Associate's or Vocational degree

Preferred

Certification
CMSRN certification Certified Medical Surgical RN (CMSRN) preferred
Certification
Chemo certification chemo certification preferred
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
Professional RN experience
Experience
Medical/surgical experience Medical/Surgical experience
Experience
Dedicated medical oncology unit experience, 1-2 years (Tier 1) Tier 1: Dedicated Medical oncology unit experience 1-2 years, chemo certification preferred.
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What it pays

Against similar roles
Top of Minneapolis staff RN payMinneapolis staff RN postings that state pay run $37/hr to $46/hr, the middle half $45/hr to $45/hr, across 126 postings.
Night differential
Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Tuition assistance
Offered
Extra pay
Shift and weekend differentials may be availableFor certain shifts or work
Eligibility
Benefit eligibility depends on FTE and union representation *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Pay reviews
Starting rate depends on experience, education and union agreement Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).

Benefits

  • BenefitsMedical and dentalMedical/Dental
  • BenefitsPTO and time awayPTO/Time Away
  • BenefitsRetirement savings plansRetirement Savings Plans
  • BenefitsLife insuranceLife Insurance
  • BenefitsShort-term and long-term disabilityShort-term/Long-term Disability
  • BenefitsVoluntary vision, legal and critical illness coverageVoluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
More benefits (9)
  • BenefitsTuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicableTuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
  • BenefitsStudent loan support for Federal Public Service Loan ForgivenessStudent Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • BenefitsWell-being dollars and dedicated well-being navigatorsThis includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators
  • Medical/Dental
  • PTO/Time Away
  • Short-term/Long-term Disability
  • Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
  • Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
  • Student Loan Support Benefits

The role and schedule

Precepting
You would precept other nurses Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.
Union
Union contract MNA-01-Abbott Northwestern RN-RAN MNA-01-Abbott Northwestern RN-RAN
Day to day
Administering chemo There are opportunities to administer chemo
Charge
Night charge also takes 2-3 patients night charge takes 2-3 patients as well
Unit size
30-bed unit E3000 is a 30-bed, hematology/oncology unit
Weekends
Every third weekend Every 3rd weekend rotation
Details
Average length of stay 5 days The average length of stay is 5 days
Details
Staff range from new grads to 30+ years of experience There is a wide range of experience on the unit from new grads to nurses with 30+ years experience.
Details
Lifting up to 32 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs frequently Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Details
Abbott is a Magnet facility Abbott is a Magnet facility.

Support on this unit

Nurse to patient
Nights 5-6 patients; night charge also takes 2-3 Days (12hr) 4 patients, Nights (12 hr) 5-6, night charge takes 2-3 patients as well

The workplace

AHS Allina Health System
Health system employer

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
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  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are floating and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.

Original listing

Posted on AHS Allina Health System’s careers page.

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Location Address

  • 2800 10th Ave
  • Receiving Dock
  • Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311

Date Posted

October 12, 2026 Posting Expiration Date

October 20, 2026 Department

31003270 Oncology E4000 Shift

Permanent Nights (United States of America) Shift Length

  • 12 hour shift Hours Per Week:

36 Union Contract

MNA-01-Abbott Northwestern RN-RAN Weekend Rotation

Every 3rd Job

Summary

E3000 is a 30-bed, hematology/oncology unit (diagnosis through treatment) also seeing general medicine, some surgicals, palliative care and end of life patients. The average length of stay is 5 days, and nurse patient ratios are: Days (12hr) 4 patients, Nights (12 hr) 5-6, night charge takes 2-3 patients as well. There is a wide range of experience on the unit from new grads to nurses with 30+ years experience.

The culture is described as cohesive, collaborative, and appreciative of individuality and experiences each staff member brings to the unit. The staff are engaged and have a passion for patient care and advocacy. There are opportunities to administer chemo, represent the unit on councils as well as other Abbott and Allina committees.

Abbott is a Magnet facility. There is a strong leadership presence that supports nurses professionally and personally, and that’s responsive to the needs of the patients and staff. Abbott Northwestern was recently named to Newsweek's America's Best Cancer Hospitals 2023 highlighting the reputation for providing leading care and excellent services for cancer patients.

Key Position Details: Tier 1: Dedicated Medical oncology unit experience 1-2 years, chemo certification preferred. Tier 2: Will consider med/surg experience and new grads. .9 FTE (72 hours per 2 week pay period) 12 hour permanent nights shift Every 3rd weekend rotation

Job Description

Nursing is the assessment and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family. As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient’s care needs.

Practices primarily on hospital units and care for patients that are acutely ill across a wide variety of medical issues and support recovery from surgery. Principle Responsibilities Comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on needs assessment; establishing the plan of care; supervising the progress; and modification of the plan of care as needed. Maintains education and competencies to remain proficient to provide high quality patient care practice and skills.

Incorporates evidence-based nursing practice taking into consideration current statutes, rules and regulations when developing the plan of care. Establishes, in the collaboration with the family and patient, realistic and measurable patient expected outcomes based on nursing diagnoses, patients present and potential capabilities, goals, available resources and plan for continuity of care. Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic and attainable.

Coordinates, collaborates, and delegates appropriately to ensure care is provided in a safe, effective fashion. Fulfills all organizational requirements. Supplemental roles: Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).

  • Demonstrates ability to coordinate, delegate, and direct unit operation, collaborates effectively with unit staff, leadership and other disciplines.

Preceptor (only when acting in this role).

  • Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.

Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Associate's or Vocational degree Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree Professional RN experience Medical/Surgical experience Licenses/Certifications Licensed Registered Nurse – MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire / WI Department of Safety & Professional Services required if working in the state of WI upon hire

Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below

  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  • Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)

Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below (Location specific, some sites may require):

  • Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross
  • Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days of hire)

Certified Medical Surgical RN (CMSRN) preferred

Physical Demands Medium Work

Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently Pay Range Pay Range: $44.64 to $74.33 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include

Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

What's around it?

In Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis, MNFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 5% above the US average

Median rent
$1,371/mo
Household income
$80,846/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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