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Director of Nursing

Aspirus Health
WI Metropolitan Area, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.


These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.


ASPIRUS LAKE VIEW HOSPITAL in Duluth, MN is seeking a DIRECTOR - NURSING to join our NURSING team!


Salary Range: $56.51 - $90.39 Hourly

Schedule/Hours: DAY ONLY, 8 hours

Weekend Requirement: Generally No Weekends

Off Premise On-Call: Yes


The Director-Nursing is responsible for the provision of leadership to plan, develop, and direct the operations of the Hospital, Emergency Department, Quality Program, and Social Services Department and to contribute to meeting the mission, vision and goals for Lake View Hospital as well as meet the requirements of the Department of Health and other applicable federal, state, and local regulatory and/or accrediting agencies. All employees are required to adhere to safe work practices and take active participation in the AWAIR (A Workplace Accident and Injury Reduction) Program as requested. All employees shall actively support and participate in the Quality Improvement Program.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education: Bachelors Degree in a healthcare related field.
  • Experience: Three (3) years supervisory/management experience.
  • Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current license in Minnesota to practice as a Registered Nurse. Must have ACLS Certification within six (6) months of hire. Must obtain PALS and TNCC Certifications within twelve (12) months of hire - OR - must obtain CALS in place of both PALS and TNCC within twelve (12) months of hire. BLS Certification with a designation of either BLS Provider or Healthcare Provider from either the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Military Training Network upon hire.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education: Masters Degree in Nursing or a healthcare related field.
  • Experience: Five (5) years of hospital nursing leadership or appropriately related administrative experience.
  • Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.


  • READING - Advanced: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquires or complaints.
  • WRITING - Advanced: Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
  • SPEAKING - Advanced: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, top management, public groups, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Advanced: Ability to comprehend and apply advanced mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plan and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations and proportions to practical situations.
  • REASONING ABILITY - Advanced Skills: Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.


Employee Benefits

  • Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
  • Time away from work accrual.
  • Retirement plans available.
  • Wellness program for employees and their families.


Aspirus St. Luke’s in Duluth is a cornerstone of health care in northeastern Minnesota, offering a wide range of medical specialties and advanced care services. With a history dating back to 1881, this downtown Duluth hospital has grown into a comprehensive medical center with a strong commitment to patient-centered care. The facility features a 267-bed hospital, state-of-the-art surgical and imaging technology, and a nationally recognized heart and vascular center. As part of the broader Aspirus system, St. Luke’s is also known for its excellence in orthopedics, cancer care, and women’s and children’s health. In addition to the main hospital campus, the Duluth area includes multiple primary and specialty care clinics that serve the Twin Ports and surrounding communities. Duluth, MN


Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.


Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.


As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.


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Credentials:

Essential:

* CPR or BLS

Salary : $57 - $90

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