Team Lead Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health - RN

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Mankato
Posted on: January 19, 2026

Job Description:

Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights Medical: Multiple plan options. Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. Vision: Affordable plan with national network. Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities The RN Team Lead acts as a formal and informal leader on the unit. The TL participates and collaborates with the management staff to assist with the daily planning and coordination of the assigned work unit. The TL delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and availability of resources. The Team Leader provides leadership through activities that include development of staff, teaching, precepting, committee work, quality improvements and participation in evidence-based practice and research. The TL is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The TL supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The TL will function within the Mayo Nursing Care Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The TL may be required to provide direct clinical care. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification. Qualifications Graduate of an associate degree or diploma in a nursing program. One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting is also required. All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date. All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire. Experience working in a team environment. Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment, making decisions and directing work and patient flow to achieve maximum work unit efficiency. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in work unit specialty area preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. Current RN licensure by applicable state requirements. Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or US Military Training Network. Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area. Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty training as required by the work area and recognized on the DON approved credentials list. Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail The pay for this role is $46.84 - $69.84. Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards experience, education, and dedication to the organization. Combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize their earning potential. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 72 Schedule Details 12 Hour Nights Weekend Schedule Every 3rd weekend/holiday International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Recruiter Cassie Schlaak Nursing RN

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