Essentia Health·Duluth, Minnesota
Provide nursing care to patients within the Medical-Surgical units. Act as a float pool nurse to support various departments as needed.
2004130 float pool - Med surg - Smmc hosp
We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.
Come be a part of our accomplished team in Duluth, Minnesota, on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior!
We are currently hiring an RN for our Med/Surg Float Pool at St Mary's Medical Center! You will float between Medical/Surgical, Orthopedics, Cardiac, Post-Operative Surgical, Neuro-Trauma, and Oncology units.
Nurses in this group often experience less burnout because the work varies from day to day. If you want to see something new every day, expand your skill set, and become a well-rounded RN, this is an excellent fit for you.
Education qualifications: BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing
You will be in charge of organizing and providing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
You will get to be a team leader and delegate aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation, and job descriptions.
You will be part of something bigger as you will contribute to meeting of the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia, and in turn serve the community in which you live.
You will meet the requirements of the Joint Commission as applicable and/or other federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.
ADN: $7,500
BSN: $10,000
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Shift rotation: Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift start time: 0700 and 2300
Shift end time: 1530 and 0730
Yes - every other
UNION: Smmc mna rns (Smrn)
Union posting deadline: 07/22/2026
$47.03 - $70.87
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.
Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) capable of working in a Med Surg environment. Ability to work part-time in a float pool capacity is required.
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.