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:

• BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing

RN Hiring Incentive Eligible Position: Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $7500 (ADN) and up to $10,000 (BSN)

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
• BLS certification within one month

Essentia Health St. Mary's- Detroit Lakes has earned the Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes is the second hospital in Minnesota and one of only 248 facilities worldwide to receive this designation.

The Pathway to Excellence program recognizes health care organizations that demonstrate a commitment to establishing the foundation of a healthy workplace for staff. To receive this prestigious honor, hospitals must undergo a rigorous process to meet the required elements of performance to promote a healthy and positive work environment and improve nursing practice. This includes the submission and review of in-depth documentation, a nurse survey showing positive feedback from our nurses and review from the ANCC.