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Returning candidates, log in here! RN ACU Requisition ID 2026-474700 Department Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) Shift Day Standard Hours PRN Monday-Friday Location MN-PARK RAPIDS Posted Pay Range $39.63 - $53.29 /hour Company Name CHI St Joseph's Health Telecommute No Where You’ll Work CHI St. Joseph’s Health of Park Rapids, part of CommonSpirit Health, is an award-winning, 25-bed critical access hospital located in the heart of lake country. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, we offer a full range of services including 24/7/365 Emergency Department and Level IV Trauma Center, hospitalist program, testing, surgery, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and more so that you can experience better health.   Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) Nurse at CHI St. Joseph's Health, you will be the cornerstone of patient experience for those undergoing outpatient treatments or procedures. You will guide patients through their care journey, ensuring they feel informed, comfortable, and receive excellent nursing care when they need it most. Every day you will conduct thorough pre-procedure assessments, answer patient questions, administer vital medications and infusions, monitor patient status during various outpatient interventions, and provide comprehensive discharge teaching to empower patients for a safe recovery at home. You'll be adept at managing multiple patient needs while maintaining clear communication with families and the care team. To be successful in this role, you must possess exceptional assessment skills, demonstrate warmth and empathy, thrive in a dynamic environment, and be able to prioritize care effectively to ensure swift and safe patient transitions. Responsibilities:Pre-Procedure Preparedness: Efficiently admit and prepare patients, conduct comprehensive pre-procedure assessments, and ensure all necessary preparations are completed.Active Patient Monitoring & Treatment: Administer medications, fluids, and blood products, provide watchful monitoring during outpatient procedures/infusions, and assist providers as needed.Coordinated Discharge Planning: Facilitate seamless patient recovery post-procedure, provide thorough discharge instructions, and ensure a safe and informed transition home.Empathetic Patient Education: Serve as a primary resource for patients and families, providing clear, compassionate education regarding their care, recovery, and follow-up.Unit & Equipment Readiness: Ensure the ACU environment and equipment are continuously ready for patient care, maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency.Collaborative Team Player: Work seamlessly with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare staff to deliver integrated, high-quality outpatient care.  Job Requirements RequiredGraduate of accredited professional nursing education programActive Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of MinnesotaBasic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart AssociationAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the American Hearth Association  Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Connect With Us! Not ready to apply, or can't find a relevant opportunity? Join one of our Talent Communities to learn more about a career at CommonSpirit Health and experience #humankindness.   CommonSpirit Health participates in E-verify. Application FAQs