**Why Mayo Clinic** Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. **Benefits Highlights** + Medical: Multiple plan options. + Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. + Vision: Affordable plan with national network. + Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. + Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. **Responsibilities** Mayo Clinic Health System in Sparta is a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) with a fully staffed, 24/7/365 Emergency Department. The Sparta ED is equipped with two trauma rooms, seven treatment rooms—four of which provide negative pressure—a triage room, and a consultation room. Our nurses play a vital role in supporting the community through an interdisciplinary care team approach that includes physicians, pharmacists, educators, dietitians, social workers, and more. Sparta, Wisconsin, known as the "Bicycling Capital of America," offers a charming small-town atmosphere with an abundance of locally owned businesses and conveniences. Nestled along the La Crosse River, Sparta provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, including kayaking, fishing, and exploring the scenic bike trails. Discover the perfect balance of professional growth and quality of life in Southwest Wisconsin. At Mayo Clinic, we're committed to investing in your future. As a Mayo Clinic employee, you'll have access to a wide range of career opportunities, including quality in-house training programs, comprehensive continuing nursing education packages, and academic contributions through our Condition of Employment. Our Condition of Employment (COE) is designed to empower you on your professional journey. COE provides employees hired into positions requiring additional credentials or degrees with the opportunity to gain valuable experience while pursuing further education. For those seeking future career advancement, successful completion of one year of benefit-eligible experience opens the door to Mayo Clinic's Career Investment Program. Our Career Investment Program (CIP) provides ongoing support and resources to help you advance your nursing career and achieve your professional goals. **Why Choose Mayo Clinic** World-Class Care: Join a team that consistently ranks #1 in numerous medical specialties, providing world-class care to patients. Culture of Excellence: Experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect that fosters personal and professional growth. We offer a competitive compensation package, complete with medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, retirement plans with employer match, and more. Your dedication to patient care is rewarded with exceptional benefits and opportunities for advancement. Make a difference in the lives of patients and communities as a member of the Mayo Clinic family. Apply today and take the first step toward a fulfilling and rewarding nursing career. 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 leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and adequacy 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. 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 nursing program. 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 a baccalaureate degree in 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 a baccalaureate degree in nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire. One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is preferred. 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. Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Arizona and Florida - Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. Midwest - Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross. 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** Minimum hourly rate is $35.78. Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards for 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 their earning potential. **Benefits Eligible** Yes **Schedule** Full Time **Hours/Pay Period** 60 **Schedule Details** 12 Shifts **Weekend Schedule** every 3rd weekend/holiday **International Assignment** No **Site Description** Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations) **Equal Opportunity** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. **Recruiter** TaVonda Collins **Equal opportunity** As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.