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RN - PACU

Essentia Health logoEssentia Health$45.03–$68.87/hrPart timePosted 1d ago
  • $7,500 sign-on bonus
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • BSN

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Minnesota

2 open

How this pay compares

This posting states $45.03–$68.87 an hour. Open PACU nurse jobs in Minnesota post a median of $56.98 an hour, the middle half $52.91–$59.48, across 14 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. PACU nurses employed in Minnesota earn a median of $48.80 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Building Location

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department

2003470 PACU - SMMC HOSP

Job Description

Responsible for organizing and providing nursing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Delegates aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation and job descriptions. Contributes to the meeting of the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia, and meets the requirements of the Joint Commission if applicable and/or other federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies.

Education Qualifications

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to:

ADN: $7,500

BSN: $10,000

What You'll Do in This Role

  • Deliver Comprehensive Care: Provide nursing care that is holistic, compassionate, and centered on the individual needs of each patient.
  • Exercise Professional Autonomy: Take responsibility for your nursing practice by making informed decisions and promoting health, recognizing that quality care is a universal right.
  • Collaborate with Healthcare Teams: Work closely with patients and a multidisciplinary team to assess concerns, identify issues, and integrate both subjective and objective data.
  • Implement and Evaluate Care Plans: Develop tailored care plans, apply appropriate interventions, and continuously evaluate patient outcomes to enhance overall care quality.

This position will work the following

  • D/N
  • Shift start times: 0630, 0700, 0800, 0900, 1000, and 2300.
  • 0.8 FTE
  • A 30 minute call back is required for this position, as there will be call shifts scheduled.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

  • Current nursing licensure in MN
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 3 months
  • Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS) certification within 1 year

Must Meet the Following Qualifications

  • Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Two year previous ICU nursing experience
  • PACU experience preferred

FTE

0.8

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

Varies: 0630, 0700, 0800, 0900, 1000, and 2300

Shift End Time

Varies

Weekends

Yes

Holidays

Yes

Call Obligation

Yes

Union

SMMC MNA RNs (SMRN)

Union Posting Deadline

11/3/2026

Compensation Range

$45.03 - $68.87

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.

From Essentia Health's job posting for Duluth, MN, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Essentia Health

Essentia Health is a health system with more than 16,500 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) employees, 14 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) hospitals and 80 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) clinics serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota. Source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health

Based in Duluth, MNHires in Minnesota, North Dakota, WisconsinPay on its listings: 60.2% of its open jobs state an hourly rate

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