Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner
Listed compensation
$139k-$203k
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Location Address
4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433-2522
Date Posted
September 29, 2026
Department: 62855600 ABSI Neurosurgery
Shift: Shift Length:
10 hour shift
Hours Per Week
40
Union Contract
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation
Every 5th
Job Summary
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health.
Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details
Job Description:
Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations as part of a physician/nurse team in accordance with the designated specialty. Works in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Serves as an educator, case manager, consultant to staff and multidisciplinary health care team.
- Principle Responsibilities
- Provides clinical care for patients
- Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
- Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
- Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
- Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
- Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
- Refers for specialty care when determined.
- Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
Participates in Health Care Team
- Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
- Acts as resource to members of the team.
- Works with primary care team for program development.
- Acts as liaison with outside agencies as needed.
- Collaborates with hospital staff by consulting and rounding on patients if designated by the specialty.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree - Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Preferred Qualifications
New grads may be considered. Minimum 2 years experience in neurosurgery
- Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire
- Certified Nurse Practitioner - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire
- Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification within specialty required upon hire
- ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required within 180 Days
Drug Enforcement Administration Required Upon Hire
Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment for those working in Complex Care for Seniors, Community Palliative Care and Hospice
Physical Demands
Medium Work*
Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $139,402 to $202,696 per year
The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).
- Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
- Benefit Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits Include
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive clinical care, including patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning in collaboration with the physician team. They also serve as an educator and consultant, managing chronic illnesses and coordinating care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program and possess valid Minnesota licensure as a Registered Nurse and Certified Nurse Practitioner. A minimum of two years of experience in neurosurgery is preferred, along with required certifications such as ACLS-BLS and DEA registration.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% are remote, 52% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$171k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $176k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$171k midpoint, that is roughly $7k–$12k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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