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Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department (Straight Nights)

Essentia Health·Brainerd, Minnesota

$41 - $62/hr·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The Registered Nurse will organize and deliver comprehensive patient care by managing all phases of the process, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation, while acting as a team leader by delegating responsibilities to nursing staff. This role involves delivering urgent and comprehensive care to patients with acute conditions, performing rapid assessments, and administering treatments to stabilize them.

Building location

St Josephs Medical Center

Department

4002500 emergency services tech - Sjmc

Job description

Join Essentia’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse 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 or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing.
  • Must have at least 2 years of Med/Surg RN experience.

What you'll get to do in this role

  • Lead
  • Patient
  • Care: Organize and deliver comprehensive care by managing all phases of the patient care process, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
  • Guide and
  • Delegate: Act as a team leader by delegating care responsibilities to nursing staff based on their licensure, training, and role specifications.
  • Contribute to a
  • Greater
  • Mission: Play a crucial role in advancing the facility’s and Essentia’s mission and goals, making a meaningful impact on the community we serve.
  • Ensure
  • Compliance: Adhere to the standards set by the Joint Commission and other relevant federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.
  • Provide
  • Emergency
  • Care: Deliver urgent and comprehensive care to patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions and injuries, prioritizing based on severity.
  • Conduct
  • Assessments and
  • Interventions: Perform rapid assessments, administer treatments, and provide interventions to stabilize patients and manage emergency situations effectively.

Join our team as a Registered Nurse and be eligible for a hiring incentive! This incentive is designed to welcome you and reward your commitment to joining our dedicated healthcare team.

Licensure/Certification qualifications

  • Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 1 year
  • Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS) certification within 1 year OR Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification within 2 years
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification within 2 years

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

0.675

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift rotation: Permanent Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift start time: 7:00PM

Shift end time

Weekends

Every Other

Holidays

No

Call obligation

No

UNION

St Josephs MNA RNs (STJRN)

Union posting deadline: 03/30/2026

Compensation Range

$41.22 - $61.83

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.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a BSN or ADN degree from an accredited nursing school and have a minimum of two years of Med/Surg RN experience. Required certifications include current state nursing licensure, BCLS within one month, and ACLS, PALS/ENPC, or TNCC within specified timeframes.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Assessment
  • ACLS
  • Patient Care
  • Delegation
  • Evaluation
  • Planning
  • RN Licensure
  • Intervention
  • Stabilization
  • PALS
  • TNCC
  • BCLS
  • Emergency Care
  • ENPC

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$41 - $62/hr
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota
Posted
Mar 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Essentia Health

Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced...

Salary listed on 451 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Minnesota nursing roles remain competitive

Minnesota nursing openings often reflect steady demand in senior care settings, where employers look for RNs who can support older adults and work reliably across shifts. These roles are competitive because an accredited nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license, and prior senior-population experience are common screening points; a bachelor’s degree can strengthen candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to senior-care experience.

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