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Population Health and Wellness RN

Part Time Nursing

Job Description

Lead the charge in improving health outcomes, addressing disparities, and shaping the future of care for populations.

 

Join Our Team at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center

At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC), we're more than just a healthcare organization - we're a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact. For more than 60 years, we've been providing compassionate, high-quality care in the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and putting people first - both our patients and our employees. Whether you're on the front lines of patient care or supporting operations behind the scenes, you'll find a culture of collaboration, growth, and respect. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to join us at CRMC and be part of something bigger.

 

A Day in the Life of a Population Health and Wellness RN

The Population Health & Wellness Nurse is multifaceted-balancing clinical care with education and advocacy.  It requires patience, empathy, and a strong knowledge of healthcare systems, particularly Medicare's coverage policies and how they apply to older patients. Throughout the day, the nurse ensures that patients not only receive medical care but also understand their health conditions and have the tools to manage them. This position involves direct responsibilities in developing and managing chronic care and wellness programs, focusing on program effectiveness and compliance with healthcare standards. Challenges include navigating complex healthcare environments and adapting to diverse patient needs while managing data for continuous improvement. Collaboration is key, requiring effective coordination with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and community resources. The work structure typically varies, including clinic visits, patient outreach, program planning and community outreach efforts to promote health and wellness. Many patients may need extra guidance on managing chronic diseases, understanding new medications, or adopting healthier lifestyle habits. The nurse spends time discussing nutrition, exercise, medication adherence, and safety precautions, often incorporating information that is tailored to the patient's age and abilities.

 

About the Clinic Care Management Department:
Coordinating Care for Better Health

In Clinic Care Management at CRMC, we focus on long-term health, wellness, and preventive care, helping patients manage chronic conditions and improve their overall well-being. Our team works with primary care providers, specialists, and community resources to ensure that patients have the support, education, and care coordination they need to live healthier lives. Whether helping a patient better manage diabetes, access preventive screenings, or overcome barriers to care, we serve as advocates, educators, and navigators, ensuring that every patient receives the care they deserve. At CRMC, our 4 Commitments (Commitment to Patients, Commitment to Coworkers, Commitment to Communication, and Commitment to Compassion) drive everything we do-because we believe proactive, patient-centered care makes all the difference.

 

Ideal Candidate (What will make you a great fit!)

  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • EMR expertise
  • Excellent interpersonal communication
  • Ability to multitask efficiently
  • Self-motivated and independent
  • Team collaboration skills

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Required

  • American Heart Association BLS certification within 30 days of hire
  • Experience with inpatient and outpatient providers
  • RN license to practice in the State of Minnesota

Preferred

  • Previous Clinic or Case Management experience
  • Three years clinical experience in the acute care and/or clinical setting
  • Bachelor of Science/Art in nursing field

 

Compensation and Benefits

The pay range is listed above. Actual pay rate offered is determined based on experience as an RN. Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees. Eligible employees receive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, life insurance, and employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan. Additional benefits include paid time off, participation in 401(k) and 457(b) plans, educational assistance and reimbursement, an employee assistance program, work-life balance support, gym membership and other discounts, and employee recognition programs.

 

 

A full job description is provided when an interview is scheduled. If needed, you may request a copy earlier by emailing us at careers@cuyunamed.org.

CRMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veteran). If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-546-4415 or email careers@cuyunamed.org for assistance.

Schedule

8-hour Day Shift
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
About Cuyuna Regional Medical Center

While the medical campus is in Crosby, Minnesota, CRMC draws market share from a much broader region in Central Minnesota. With 25 operating beds and $120 million in net patient revenues, CRMC has established itself as a key asset in the beautiful lake country of eastern Crow Wing County. CRMC has strategically partnered with health systems and institutions in Minnesota to provide a broad array of services that are not typically provided by critical access hospitals and has numerous branded service lines.

This healthcare system is a testimony to the positive, can-do spirit of its leadership, physicians, and staff. Working together, looking for ways to make things happen, they have established an integrated, 40-acre campus with a state-of-the-art hospital with technologically advanced surgical suites, advanced life support ambulance service, senior housing, and a long-term care facility. There are also three additional physician clinics in Baxter, Breezy Point and Longville. CRMC has 1,020 employees and an active medical staff of over 60 physicians and 23 advanced practice providers, which includes 15 surgeons and 45 primary care providers. More than 8,500 surgeries are performed annually at CRMC. The organization has a strong balance sheet with a solid operating margin and is the largest employer on the Cuyuna Range and the second largest employer in Crow Wing County. CRMC has been recognized nationally, regionally, and in the state for its excellence. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission Accreditation; The Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons; and by the Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation.

        

   

THE COMMUNITY

The Cuyuna Lakes area is home to Bay Lake, Crosby, Cuyuna, Deerwood, Emily, Ironton, Riverton, and Trommald. The area has nearly 6,000 year-round residents and thousands more seasonal residents and visitors. This is where small town charm meets the great outdoors. The Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area boasts over 500 lakes and 25 miles of forested shoreline providing peaceful relaxation for those who desire a place to picnic, bike, hike, fish, or ski/snowmobile. There are over 30 miles of groomed mountain biking and ATV trails, local swimming beaches and a variety of parks, 2 fine golf courses, and over 30 camp sites available. This is a safe and caring place for family, a regional hub for healthcare, and has an excellent school district that embraces technology, academics, and extracurricular activities. The community is proud to be a destination for tomorrow’s leaders and entrepreneurs. The community welcomes newcomers and guests during any season to experience how the area is accelerating. The locals state: “There are few times in life that you can be part of a story this big in a region this small.”

For additional information on Crosby, the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber of Commerce, and the Crosby- Ironton School District, as well as the surrounding Brainerd Lakes area, please visit the following websites:

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