The registered nurse (RN) in the Mayo Clinic Department of Nursing Enterprise Staffing Pool will provide staffing support across Mayo Clinic sites (Arizona, Florida, Minnesota, and Wisconsin) as determined by staffing and patient care needs.

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. The registered nurse (RN) in the Mayo Clinic Department of Nursing Central Staffing Pool will provide contingency staffing support across Mayo Clinic nursing sites as determined by staffing and patient care needs. As a Mayo Clinic employee, the float pool RN actualizes Mayo Clinic core values and culture. The RN will travel on a routine basis to various locations. Flexibility and adaptability are essential in work assignments and work schedules. 

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

During the selection process you may participate in a virtual (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the virtual interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question — Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps as appropriate.

Requirements for Med Surg Travel RNs:

Graduate of a 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.

1 year RN experience (within the last two years) in Med Surg practice settings depending on open position(s). 

If a current Mayo Clinic employee, must have been in current position for one year prior to applying.

Additional Qualifications:

• One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting preferred.
• External traveler or float pool experience preferred. 
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). 
• Mayo Clinic RN experience preferred.
• Mayo Clinic cross-site experience preferred.
• Experience working in a team environment. 
• Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends; some areas may require on-call. 
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. 
• Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.

License and Certifications:

• Current multi-state RN licenses: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Arizona and Florida.
• Valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support for healthcare providers – certificate of course completion required and must not expire within 3 months after start date.  A scanned copy of the certificate of completion or transcripts, including your full name, must be attached to your profile to be considered. We will only accept certificates of course completion from the following providers:
  • American Heart Association (Title: BLS for Healthcare Providers or BLS Provider)
  • Red Cross (Title: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers or BLS for Healthcare Providers)
•  Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.