Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care

Building Location:

Essentia Virginia Hospital

Department:

2083080 ICU - VIR HOSP

Job Description:

Join Essentia Health’s accomplished team as a Registered Nurse in Virginia, Minnesota, where you can enjoy the beauty of the historic Iron Range. This vibrant community offers endless opportunities for outdoor adventures, from exploring scenic Olcott Park to enjoying world-class fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling across the surrounding Northwoods lakes. Located just 200 miles north of Minneapolis and an hour from Duluth, Virginia offers a deep community spirit and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in rural healthcare.

Education Qualifications:

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.

This position will work the following:

48 hours per pay period

Every Third Weekend

Rotating 12 Hour Shifts

Day Shift: 7:00AM - 7:30PM

Overnight Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM

Block: 43A

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $7,500 (ADN) and up to $10,000 (BSN)

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 3 months

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within one year of being oriented to the ED

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

About Essentia Health:

We are a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. We are like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

7:00AM - 7:30PM/7:00PM - 7:30AM

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

Every Third Weekend

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

VA Hospital MNA RNs (VAHOSPRN)

Union Posting Deadline:

09/1/2026

Compensation Range:

$44.69 - $64.48

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.