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RN - New Grad Nurse Resident

56-72 hours per pay period

New Grad Incentives Sign On Bonus

Job ID: R037939

Duluth, Minnesota

At Essentia Health, registered nurses are on the front lines of our patient experience. Essentia Employees are driven by our mission, vision and values, and we strive to provide patient care like nowhere else in an environment that promotes personal and professional growth. Grow your career at Essentia Health.

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Success Profile

What makes a successful Nurse at Essentia Health? Check out the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

  • Compassionate
  • Team Player
  • Trustworthy
  • Positive
  • Productive
  • Curious

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"I’m motivated knowing that my role as a RN can make a positive impact in the lives of our patients whether it is a face-to-face visit, phone call or MyHealth message. We are empowered to provide a level of care for our patients that I would personally want to receive."

Kelly K.
Registered Nurse- Family Practice
Proctor, MN

"Essentia Health focuses on education and pushing an individual to be the best employee they can be. They are always looking for ways to improve patient care through new equipment, procedures, techniques, etc., and it is shown every day with patient satisfaction."

Anthony B.
Registered Nurse- Orthopedics/Urology
Duluth, MN

"We promote open communication and transparency throughout the nursing units. Our leadership is honest and has an open door to listen to any concerns staff may have. We work together as a team and help each other out."

Shana M.
Registered Nurse- Med/Surg
Fargo, ND

"At Essentia, you’re not just another employee— you’re an individual with a family, hobbies and professional career. Essentia’s healthcare team truly provides care “Like Nowhere Else”, whether it be for patients or employees."

Liz T.
Registered Nurse- Med/Surg
Brainerd, MN

Rewards

  • Healthcare

  • Healthcare FSA

  • Health & Wellness Programs

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

  • Tutition Reimbursment

  • Professional Development

  • Paid Time Off

  • Life and Disability Insurance

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Responsibilities

Job ID R037939
Building Location
Building B - St Marys Medical Center
Department
45100 Nursing Administration

Job Description:
The Nurse Residency Program offers a structured and supportive environment for new nurses to develop their skills and transition smoothly into their professional careers. The program coincides with the unit you are hired into.

Education Qualifications:

Overview:

  • Target audience: Newly licensed nurses or soon to be RNs with less than 1 year of experience.

  • Goal: To support new graduate nurses in their transition from novice nurse to competent nurse through professional development.

  • Length: 1 year program

  • Shifts: 0.7-0.8 FTE working Day/Night (some 12-hour shifts or D/E availability)

Eligibility:

  • Current nursing student OR

  • Recent graduate of an accredited nursing program OR

  • Starting first RN position with Essentia Health within one year of graduation.

Required Qualifications:

  • Nursing license in state of employment.

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month


Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Highlights:

  • Up to $10,000 (ADN)/$15,000 (BSN) Sign on Bonus

  • NCLEX Prep Course

  • 1:1 Coaching Guidance through first year

  • Nurse Residency Class

  • Brand new hospital overlooking Lake Superior

  • Be part of an organization that is on the pathway to the Magnet Recognition Program

  • Level 1 Adult and Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center

  • Tuition Reimbursement for advancing education

  • Shift Differential for Evenings and Overnights

Program Outcomes:

  • Transition from novice to competent nurse.

  • Develop effective clinical judgment and decision-making skills.

  • Demonstrate clinical leadership at the point of care.

  • Feel a strengthened commitment to nursing practice.

  • Incorporate research and evidence-based practices into care.

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Like nowhere else:

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To learn more about Duluth, MN and our surrounding areas:  https://www.essentiahealth.org/about/communities/duluth.

YOU belong here!

FTE
0.8
Shift Rotation
Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
0700, 1500, 2300
Shift End Time
1530, 0730, 2230
Weekends
Yes - every other
Holidays
Yes

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.


Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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