Sanford Health·Worthington, Minnesota
The RN is accountable for delivering direct and indirect patient-centered nursing care for assigned patients. Responsibilities include managing care for medical, surgical, intensive care, and postpartum patients across various age groups.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Compensation:
$39.24 - $57.87 Union Position: Yes Department Details Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) functions under the supervision/leadership of the nurse manager or an Administrative Supervisor. The RN assumes accountability for the delivery of direct and indirect patient-centered nursing care for the patients assigned to the RN for a specified period of time.
Following a competency based formal orientation, competent performance is expected. The RN must understand and use the nursing process. Must be able to critically think and be self-directed to manage patient care. Must be able to collaborate and negotiate with team members. Must be able to teach to all age levels. Must be able to communicate effectively to health care providers, families, and patients and other involved providers, i.e. law enforcement, EMS, Crisis intervention team members, other healthcare workers. Must have strong customer services skills and be adept with communication to collaborate with patients/families/visitors and other departments/facilities. Orientation to this department will include responsibility for delivering care to medical and surgical inpatients and outpatients across units for pediatric to elderly for medical, surgical, intensive care and postpartum/routine newborn nursery care.
Graduate from an accredited nursing program required, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.
Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) or Trauma Training Equivalent (e.g. MDH Trauma Modules, etc.), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB). Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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Requires graduation from an accredited nursing program and an unencumbered RN license from the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and certifications such as ACLS, TNCC, PALS, and MOAB.
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.