Allina Health·Slaton, Texas
The RN provides comprehensive assessment and specialized care for patients with cardiovascular conditions. Responsibilities include establishing care plans, coordinating with families, and potentially serving as a Charge Nurse or Preceptor.
Location Address: 4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433-2522
July 23, 2026 Posting Expiration Date: July 31, 2026 Department: 38013250 Mercy 2 East Medical & Surgical Shift: Permanent Nights (United States of America) Shift Length: 12 hour shift Hours Per Week: 30 Union Contract: MNA-05-Mercy RN-RMC Weekend Rotation: Every 3rd Job Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key
Tier 1: 2+ years of RN experience in an acute care setting required: plus, Cardiac and Telemetry experience required within past five years Tier 2: Minimum of one year RN experience required; plus, Cardiac and Telemetry experience preferred Tier 3: Up to one year RN experience or new grad .75 FTE (60 hours per two-week pay period) 12-hour night shifts Every 3rd weekend rotation
Nursing is the diagnosis 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.
Specializes in the care of patients who suffer from various conditions of the cardiovascular system.
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 1-2 years RN experience
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree 0 to 2 years cardiac, telemetry, or critical care RN 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 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) RN-BC Cardiac Vascular Nursing preferred CCRN Critical Care RN preferred CHRN Certified Heart Failure Nurse preferred
Requires an Associate's or Vocational degree and a valid RN license in MN or WI. Candidates must have ACLS/ALS certification and preferably 1-2 years of experience in cardiac or telemetry settings.
Market context
Texas continues to see steady demand for cardiovascular RNs, especially in hospitals and specialty cardiac units that need nurses who can manage complex monitoring and acute care. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an active RN license, BLS certification, and cardiac or acute care experience, while this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. If you are considering applying, verify whether the license requirement aligns with your current state eligibility and highlight any telemetry, ICU, or cardiac experience in your application.