Registered Nurse (RN) ICU/Intermediate Care Unit

Building location

St Josephs Medical Center

Department

4003080 ICU - SJMC

Job description

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state’s top vacation destinations.

Education qualifications

• BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing.
• Must have at least 1 year 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.
• Monitor
• Critical
• Conditions: Provide continuous assessment and monitoring of patients in critical conditions, utilizing advanced technology and clinical judgment to respond swiftly to changes in patient status.
• Collaborate with
• Multidisciplinary
• Teams: Work closely with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients in the ICU/Intermediate Care Unit.

This position will work the following

• 60 hours per pay period
• Every Third Weekend
• Rotating 12 Hour Shifts
• Day
• Shift: 7:00AM - 7:30PM
• Overnight
• Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM

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 one month.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within one year.

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

0.75

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift rotation: Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift start time

7:00AM - 7:30PM

Shift end time

7:00PM - 7:30AM

Weekends

Every Third Weekend

Holidays

Yes

Call obligation

No

UNION

St Josephs MNA RNs (STJRN)

Union posting deadline: 07/17/2026

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.