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RN - Surgery/Endo/PACU

Essentia Health · Superior, WI · $45.03–$68.87 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 4, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

This role covers circulator, PACU and endoscopy, including moderate sedation. Which of those are you strongest in and where would you need training?

What they are checking: Whether they can honestly assess their skills across the three areas the role rotates through.

The role has on-call requirements. How do you handle being called in for an urgent case?

What they are checking: Whether they are reliable for on-call and can work safely when called in.

Tell me about a time a patient's condition changed quickly and how you responded.

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and act well in perioperative emergencies.

What would you do

You notice the surgical team skipping part of the time-out. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop the case to do it right even when it creates friction.

A patient waking up in PACU is very confused and pulling at lines. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they keep the patient safe, look for causes and get help.

About the work

Walk me through how you monitor a patient under moderate sedation during an endoscopy.

What they are checking: Whether they know monitoring standards and when a patient is going too deep.

In PACU, a patient's blood pressure drops and they're getting restless. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they think about bleeding, pain or other causes and act and escalate quickly.

As a circulator, what steps do you take to prevent wrong-site surgery?

What they are checking: Whether they lead the time-out and verification process properly.

How do you hand off a patient from OR to PACU so nothing is missed?

What they are checking: Whether they use a structured handoff covering procedure, anesthesia, lines and concerns.

How do you prepare an endoscope room and make sure the scope is ready and clean?

What they are checking: Whether they understand scope reprocessing and readiness, which affects infection risk.

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The full job description

As published by Essentia Health.

Building Location: St Marys Hospital Superior Department: 2013400 SURGERY - SMHS HOSP Job Description: Join Essentia Health’s dedicated team at St. Mary’s in Superior, Wisconsin, where you can enjoy the charm of the Twin Ports and the natural beauty of Lake Superior. This welcoming community offers year-round outdoor recreation, from walking along Wisconsin Point and exploring Barker’s Island to hiking, boating, fishing, and enjoying nearby trails and parks. Located just minutes from Duluth, Superior combines strong community spirit with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Education Qualifications: Responsible for organizing and providing nursing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Delegates aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation and job descriptions. Contributes to the meeting of the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia, and meets the requirements of the Joint Commission if applicable and/or other federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies. This position will work the following: • 64 hours per pay period • 8 Hour Shifts • Day Shift Start Times: 6:30AM, 7:00AM, 7:30AM, 8:00AM, 8:30AM, 10:00AM • On Call Requirements • Perioperative assignments include: RN Circulator, RN PACU, RN Endoscopy (including Mod Sedation) • Floating to Duluth surgery depts as needed following established guidelines (dual licensure MN/WI required) Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $7,500 (ADN) and up to $10,000 (BSN) Licensure/Certification Qualifications: • BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing • Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within one year • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within one year • RN PACU experience preferred FTE: 0.8 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 6:30AM, 7AM, 7:30AM, 8AM, 8:30AM or 10AM Shift End Time: Weekends: None Holidays: No Call Obligation: Yes Union: SMHS RN MNA (SHRN) Union Posting Deadline: 10/5/2026 Compensation Range: $45.03 - $68.87 Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.