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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rochester, MN

Planned Parenthood North Central States, Rochester, MN, United States


Planned Parenthood North Central States
Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Registered Nurse (RN) - Rochester, MN
Pay: The anticipated salary range for this position is $29.80-$39 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Shift times: Monday - Friday, 8:45 am - 5:15 pm

Location: 1212 7th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901

Job type: Non‑Exempt

Travel: Possible travel to MN health centers anticipated during first 6 weeks of role for training.

Union Membership: This position is represented by SEIU.

Questions? Contact Jobs@ppncs.org.

Job Summary
Under direct supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Registered Nurse performs routine health center duties associated with a reproductive and sexual health program within the scope of RN licensure. The RN provides the highest level of customer service and patient care, supports health center operations, conducts patient history reviews, processes labs, supplies contraceptives, and offers unbiased education. The RN also assists with inventory and supports clinicians when needed and may perform other related duties to support health center operations as assigned.

Benefits and Perks

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance with equity‑based premium tiers

Free virtual primary care for all employees enrolled in a medical plan

Free primary care through NICE HEALTHCARE (including 80 free labs, free x‑rays, physical tests, live virtual physical therapy, and 550+ free medications)

HealthiestYou virtual care for employees outside NICE HEALTHCARE’s network

Proximal Health assistance and a $1,500 tax‑free benefit for designated providers

Employee Assistance Program

Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $1,000 per year & 2 paid CEU days

Flex Spending Account

Life Insurance

Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked

8 hours of volunteer paid time off annually

8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays

403(b) retirement with employer match (50% for the first 6% deferred)

8 weeks of paid parental leave

Pet Insurance

Bereavement Leave

Earned Extended Leave

Free subscription to Headspace App

Time off to vote

Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

Additional Offers

Start‑date flexibility

Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions, with classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts; schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance

Shift differentials:

$1.50/hr (weekend), $3.00/hr (evening), $4.00/hr (float/travel), $2.00/hr (bilingual), and $3.00/hr (ultrasound)

Travel reimbursement

Option to pick up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your “home” clinic

Minimum Qualifications

Active RN license in Minnesota

Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers

Your Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

Interview and screen patients, review patient history, document in electronic medical record, prepare patients for examinations or procedures, and assess, address, or triage patient complaints; monitor vital signs

Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture, communicate results, ensure appropriate follow‑up, and process receipt of incoming lab results

Provide factual patient education and additional counseling in consultation with clinicians, including explanations of FDA‑approved birth‑control methods and unbiased instructions on selected method

Inform patients in a non‑directive manner about all unintended‑pregnancy options and provide supporting materials and education

Provide factual, unbiased information to patients seeking abortion; describe differences between medication and surgical abortion

Refer patients per protocol, perform follow‑up functions, and ensure complete documentation of care plans

Follow all federal, state, and local laws regarding mandated reporting, abortion services, healthcare services, and HIPAA

Provide contraceptive supplies, medications (including injectables), venipuncture, and manage medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols; maintain inventory control of clinic supplies, including ordering, stocking, and tracking

Communicate PPNCS protocols, policies, and procedures to clinicians and staff; ensure clinic manuals are up to date

Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply them to patient and clinic services

Supervise nursing functions as delegated by the Health Center Manager or clinician/physician

Participate in onboarding of new employees and cross‑training of established employees

Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods

Immunization Requirements

Hepatitis B vaccination records and titers

MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination records or proof of immunization

Chickenpox vaccination records or proof of immunization

Tetanus shot documentation

Tuberculosis PPD skin test no older than 12 months

Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment.

*Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.*

This position is included in the SEIU bargaining unit, and depending on state law, requires union dues be deducted from employee paychecks in an amount up to 2.25% of gross pay.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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