Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Title

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Summary

Provides direct professional nursing care for patients in the emergency department as well as in the hospital outpatient departments by utilizing nursing knowledge and critical thinking skills. Performs technical nursing functions, utilizes the nursing process to assess patient status, develop, implement, and evaluate patient care. Ensures a therapeutic and safe environment for patients and families within the guidelines and policies of the department and the philosophy of the organization. This position provides age-specific and developmentally appropriate care for neonate, adolescent, and adult and geriatric patients.

Compensation

We are committed to providing wage ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on experience, education and internal equity considerations. The hourly wage range for this position is: RN ASN, $42.70-$60.28; RN BSN, $44.41-$62.69; RN MSN, $46.18-$65.20. These ranges reflect the base pay for this position.

Key Accountabilities

Patient assessment

• Assesses patient's condition based upon observation, examination, and / or interview, laboratory findings, and other pertinent information.
• Completes assessment in specified time frame.
• Identifies and consistently recognizes changes in normal and abnormal parameters in the patient's physiological and psychological condition.

Patient care planning

• Uses professional judgement and critical thinking to prepare, prioritize and execute the patient's plan of care consistent with patient assessment data and physician's treatment plans and professional standards of evidence-based practice.
• Directs and delegates support personnel in implementing patient's plan of care, provides supervision and guidance.

Patient interventions

• Implements nursing interventions to achieve progress toward expected patient outcomes or to stabilize a patient's condition and / or prevent complications.
• Consistently follows patient care and facility policy and procedures in performance of one's duties.
• Renders professional nursing care including administering medications, starting intravenous fluids and blood products.
• Performs all technical skills required for unit patient population such as, but not limited to IV venipuncture, restraint application, sterile dressings, etc.

Evaluation of care

• Evaluates and documents patient's response to nursing care and modifies or revises treatment plans, and / or contacts physicians as circumstances require.
• Documentation reflects evaluation of patient response to nursing actions.

Provides patient education.

• Provides and documents patient / family education based on diagnosis, treatment plan or prescribed medical regimen in accordance with patient / family readiness and ability to learn.

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license with the Minnesota Board of Nursing, in good standing
• Current BLS must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Current ACLS must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Current ENPC certification (if not current will need to obtain in the first 6 months).
• Current TNCC certification (if not current will need to obtain in the first 6 months).
• Initial Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months.
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Two years RN experience in a hospital setting.

Charge Nurse:

• Certified Sedation Course (if not current will need to obtain in the first 6 months) this is a one-time requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year experience in Emergency Nursing.

Schedule

• 72 hours per two-week pay period (0.9 FTE)
• Block schedule: 7:00pm- 7:00am
• Every third weekend and rotating holidays

Benefits

• Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage
• Paid Time Off accrued starting on first paycheck
• Medical, Dental, and Vision (discount plan) coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match
• Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility - PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles
• Employer-Provided Certifications + Continuing Education
• Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

About Us

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 1,000 employees. We're recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact. We're proud to be named to Becker's 2025 list of "100 Great Community Hospitals." Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon-along with Urgent Care locations in Northfield, Lakeville, and Farmington. We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 23 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here.

*This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.