Responsibilities

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role.  

 

For New Graduate Nurses: Please apply through the Nurse Residency Program posting, which is specifically designed to support New Graduate RNs. Within the Nurse Residency application process, you may indicate work units and specialties of interest. If selected to move forward, you will meet with a Nursing Placement Coordinator who will help you explore Mayo Clinic opportunities that are best aligned with your current and future professional goals.  Together, we’ll identify a work area that provides an excellent foundation for your nursing career. 

 

Registered Nurse (RN) – Senior Services | Primary Care

Join a specialized Primary Care – Senior Services nursing team focused on supporting geriatric patients and their caregivers through coordinated, community-based care. This role is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse with an interest in geriatrics, care coordination, and home-based patient support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide care coordination for geriatric and senior patients
• Deliver patient and caregiver education to support self-management of chronic conditions
• Conduct in-home nursing assessments in private residences, assisted living, and memory care communities
• Address acute patient concerns and caregiver needs in collaboration with providers
• Coordinate home health services, durable medical equipment, and community resources
• Support advanced care planning and discussions around goals of care
• Review and manage referrals for home visit and senior care programs

Why Join This Team

This multifaceted RN role offers close collaboration with primary care providers and community-based agencies to deliver holistic, value-based care. Nurses in this role play a key part in improving outcomes for older adults while supporting independence and quality of life.

Role Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for coordinating nursing care across the continuum, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and care transitions. Practice is guided by the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model and the ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice.

The RN plans, implements, evaluates, and communicates all phases of nursing care. This role includes opportunities for leadership through precepting, mentoring, quality improvement initiatives, and participation in committees or special projects. Patient care delegation is based on clinical judgment, patient acuity, and available resources.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle required for home visits
• Strong communication, teaching, and care coordination skills
• Experience or interest in geriatrics, primary care, or community-based nursing preferred

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Holders of F1 status eligible for post-completion OPT are welcome to apply. This role is NOT eligible to participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

 

Qualifications

Graduate of a baccalaureate nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA, at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is required.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.
 

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). 
• Experience working in a team environment. 
• Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. 
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. 
• Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.
   

Internal applicants are required to attach their three most recent performance appraisals. 

 

License and Certifications: 

• Current RN license by applicable state requirements. 
• BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers). 
• Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area. 
• Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

The pay for this role is $34.84-$57.84/hr. Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards experience, education, and dedication to the organization. When combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize earning potential

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

64

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday: Ext Days: 8-hour shifts between 7 am-5 pm Schedule is subject to change based on unit needs. Hybrid: 50% of remote and 50% on campus shifts.  Teleworking is not a guarantee and is dependent upon technology standards and internet capabilities.

Weekend Schedule

Saturday shift: 7 am – 12 pm Average of 1 Saturday shift every 2 months Schedule is subject to change based on unit needs.

International Assignment

No

Site Description



Recruiter

Danelle White