CentraCare·Paynesville, Minnesota
Provide nursing care across multiple rural critical access hospitals and a Magnet-designated facility. Adapt quickly to various unit workflows and protocols while maintaining a high degree of professional autonomy.
CentraCare invites passionate Registered Nurses to join our dynamic Regional Float Pool team.
In this multi-hospital float pool RN position, you’ll have an opportunity to work in rural settings at one of our critical access hospitals (Paynesville, Melrose, Long Prairie and Sauk Centre) and at our Magnet-designated hospital (St.
Cloud).
RNs in this role often work independently and must quickly adapt to different units' workflows and protocols, fostering a high degree of professional autonomy and confidence.
Current scheduling options (subject to change): Part-time | 48 hours every two weeks | Day/night rotation | 12-hr shifts | 7am-7:30pm and 7pm-7:30am Part-time | 48 hours every two weeks | Night | 12-hr shifts | 7pm-7:30am All positions will include every other weekend rotation and holidays per unit policy Pay and Benefits Pay based on experience and degree (ADN, BSN or MSN) and Tier.
Tier 1- one site; float to 2 or more specialties Pay range: $42.86 - $71.51 per hour Tier 2- multi-site; float to 2 more locations and 1 specialty Pay range: $44.57 - $74.37 per hour Tier 3- multi-site; float to 4 or more locations and 1 specialty Pay range: $46.35 - $77.34 per hour Tier 4- multi-site; multi-site & multi-specialty Pay range: $48.20 - $80.43 per hour Earn extra pay for working evening/night/weekend shifts $3,500 hiring bonus and $5,000 relocation bonus for eligible candidates!
medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more! Tuition reimbursement and college grant programs available
Graduate from an accredited nursing program required Current Minnesota RN License required BSN or MSN preferred BSN or higher required within 36 months of being hired Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience with nursing expertise in a related area of specialization preferred. 1 year of Medical/Surgical experience preferred Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider card required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 1 year. Nursing specialty certification preferred. TNCC certification or equivalent within 1 year (if ER specialty) NRP within 1 year (if Mom/Baby specialty) CALS within 1 year To be eligible for the hiring bonus, you must be an external candidate who is hired into an eligible full time or part time benefited position. Previous employees qualify if they have not worked for CentraCare for at least 9 months at the date of hire. To be eligible for the relocation assistance, you must accept a full-time or part-time benefited position and may not have worked for CentraCare in the last 9 months. You must currently reside more than 50 miles away from the St. Cloud Hospital and relocate to within 30 miles of it within 120 days of employment. CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer
Requires a graduate degree from an accredited nursing program, a current Minnesota RN license, and BLS certification. BSN or MSN is preferred, and ACLS certification is required within one year of hire.
Market context
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.
