RN Float Pool Jobs in Minnesota
RN Float Pool jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where major health systems like Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, and Allina Health maintain large float pool programs that staff across multiple units and campuses. Demand is strongest for nurses with experience in critical care, med-surg, and emergency settings, and Minnesota's robust academic medical centers mean openings exist at every experience level. The Minnesota Board of Nursing licenses all registered nurses practicing in the state, and compact licensure does not apply, so an active Minnesota RN license is required. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Location Address:
333 Smith Ave NSaint Paul, MN 55102-2344
Date Posted:
October 26, 2026Posting Expiration Date:
November 03, 2026Department:
34003820 Patient Care FloatsShift:
Day/Evening (United States of America)Shift Length:
8 hour shiftHours Per Week:
36Union Contract:
MNA-12-United RN-RUHWeekend Rotation:
Every OtherJob Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.Key Position Details:
Tier 1: Current telemetry training and experience
Tier 2: Current med/surg RN
Tier 3: New Grad
- .9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
- 8-hour day/evening shift
Job Description:
Nursing is the assessment and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family. As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient’s care needs. Provides nursing care across patient care departments in alignment with the nurses experience and competencies.Principle Responsibilities
- Comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on needs assessment; establishing the plan of care; supervising the progress; and modification of the plan of care as needed.
- Maintains education and competencies to remain proficient to provide high quality patient care practice and skills.
- Incorporates evidence-based nursing practice taking into consideration current statutes, rules and regulations when developing the plan of care.
- Establishes, in the collaboration with the family and patient, realistic and measurable patient expected outcomes based on nursing diagnoses, patients present and potential capabilities, goals, available resources and plan for continuity of care.
- Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic and attainable.
- Coordinates, collaborates, and delegates appropriately to ensure care is provided in a safe, effective fashion.
- Fulfills all organizational requirements.
- Supplemental roles:
- Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
- Demonstrates ability to coordinate, delegate, and direct unit operation, collaborates effectively with unit staff, leadership and other disciplines.
- Preceptor (only when acting in this role).
- Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.
- Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Vocational degree
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Professional RN experience
- Medical/Surgical experience
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Registered Nurse – MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire / WI Department of Safety & Professional Services required if working in the state of WI upon hire
- Must meet one of the BLS requirements below upon hire:
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
- Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
- Must meet Allina ACLS after 210 days of employment:
- Allina in-house ACLS training (within 210 days of hire)
- RN-BC Cardiac Vascular Nursing preferred
- CCRN Critical Care RN preferred
- CHRN Certified Heart Failure Nurse preferred
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $44.64 to $74.33 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Location Address:
333 Smith Ave NSaint Paul, MN 55102-2344
Date Posted:
October 26, 2026Posting Expiration Date:
November 03, 2026Department:
34003820 Patient Care FloatsShift:
Day/Evening (United States of America)Shift Length:
8 hour shiftHours Per Week:
36Union Contract:
MNA-12-United RN-RUHWeekend Rotation:
Every OtherJob Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.Key Position Details:
Tier 1: Current telemetry training and experience
Tier 2: Current med/surg RN
Tier 3: New Grad
- .9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
- 8-hour day/evening shift
Job Description:
Nursing is the assessment and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family. As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient’s care needs. Provides nursing care across patient care departments in alignment with the nurses experience and competencies.Principle Responsibilities
- Comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on needs assessment; establishing the plan of care; supervising the progress; and modification of the plan of care as needed.
- Maintains education and competencies to remain proficient to provide high quality patient care practice and skills.
- Incorporates evidence-based nursing practice taking into consideration current statutes, rules and regulations when developing the plan of care.
- Establishes, in the collaboration with the family and patient, realistic and measurable patient expected outcomes based on nursing diagnoses, patients present and potential capabilities, goals, available resources and plan for continuity of care.
- Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic and attainable.
- Coordinates, collaborates, and delegates appropriately to ensure care is provided in a safe, effective fashion.
- Fulfills all organizational requirements.
- Supplemental roles:
- Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
- Demonstrates ability to coordinate, delegate, and direct unit operation, collaborates effectively with unit staff, leadership and other disciplines.
- Preceptor (only when acting in this role).
- Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.
- Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Vocational degree
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Professional RN experience
- Medical/Surgical experience
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Registered Nurse – MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire / WI Department of Safety & Professional Services required if working in the state of WI upon hire
- Must meet one of the BLS requirements below upon hire:
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
- Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
- Must meet Allina ACLS after 210 days of employment:
- Allina in-house ACLS training (within 210 days of hire)
- RN-BC Cardiac Vascular Nursing preferred
- CCRN Critical Care RN preferred
- CHRN Certified Heart Failure Nurse preferred
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $44.64 to $74.33 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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RN Float Pool Job Market in Minnesota
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Who's Hiring
- Essentia Health16
- Monarch Healthcare Management12
- Allina Health10
- Fairview Health Services9
- CentraCare3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Technology & Software
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in RN float pool jobs across Minnesota.
- Active registered nurse license issued by the Minnesota Board of Nursing
- Associate or bachelor of science degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification required by most systems
- Minimum one to two years of acute care clinical experience in a hospital setting
- Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly across multiple units or patient populations
- Strong clinical assessment skills with experience in electronic health record systems
RN Float Pool Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a rn float pool in Minnesota?
You become an rn float pool in Minnesota by first earning an associate or bachelor of science degree in nursing from an accredited program, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining an active RN license through the Minnesota Board of Nursing. Minnesota is not part of the Nursing Licensure Compact, so a Minnesota-specific license is required. Most Minnesota health systems expect float pool candidates to have at least one to two years of acute care experience before joining a float pool program.
Which companies hire rn float pools in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring rn float pools in Minnesota include Essentia Health, Monarch Healthcare Management, and Allina Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Minnesota's large integrated health systems, including those anchored in the Twin Cities and Rochester, tend to run the largest and most active float pool programs in the state.
Which Minnesota cities have the most rn float pool jobs?
The cities with the most rn float pool openings in Minnesota are Duluth, Burnsville, and Brainerd. The Twin Cities metro dominates because it is home to the headquarters and flagship campuses of Minnesota's largest health systems, while Rochester draws float pool demand from Mayo Clinic's extensive hospital network, and secondary markets like Duluth reflect regional medical centers serving broader northern Minnesota populations.
Are there remote rn float pool jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Float pool nursing is a hands-on, bedside role by nature, and the overwhelming majority of positions require in-person presence across hospital units. About 8% of rn float pool openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to involve triage nursing, telephonic care coordination, or utilization review roles rather than traditional floor float assignments.
How can I get hired as a rn float pool in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is completing a new graduate nurse residency program, which major Minnesota employers like Allina Health, M Health Fairview, and Children's Minnesota run specifically to develop nurses across specialties before placing them in more flexible staffing roles. Starting in a permanent med-surg or progressive care position and transferring internally after building unit familiarity is a common route into float pool programs. Obtaining BLS and ACLS certifications early and expressing interest in float assignments during the interview process strengthens a candidate's positioning significantly.
Where can I find and apply to rn float pool jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to rn float pool jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is required to search or apply.
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