Nursing Assistant Academy
About The Position
The Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy is designed for individuals who are ready to begin a meaningful career in patient care. Unlike traditional training programs, you'll be paid while you learn, gaining hands-on experience and classroom instruction during our four-week Academy. Academy participants will join one of two available cohorts beginning October 5, 2026 or November 2, 2026. This unique training and development program provides the opportunity to become a Nursing Assistant through Allina Health while building valuable skills and experience in a supportive learning environment. Upon successful completion of the Academy, participants will transition into a Nursing Assistant position in the Abbott Northwestern Hospital Float Pool. The Float Pool offers the opportunity to work across a variety of patient care areas, expand your clinical experience, and build a strong foundation for a long-term healthcare career. Placement is contingent upon successful completion of the Academy.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED
Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in Allina Health’s Nursing Assistant Academy, with both in person and virtual learning at the Allina Commons in Minneapolis.
- Learn basic nursing skills including how to take vital signs, provide personal cares, and mobility assistance.
- After successfully completing all coursework, exams, and competencies required of the course, the trainee will be hired into a permanent Nursing Assistant position at Abbott Northwestern Hospital.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
