Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg (Straight Nights)
About The Position
Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state’s top vacation destinations. As a Nursing Assistant, you are responsible for providing direct care to patients and serving the needs of patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director (possibly with guidance from an LPN) to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies. Duties will vary by patient care unit/department and include but are not limited to: Providing personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs Providing comfort care and other assistance Appropriately and safely transferring patients Taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping Recognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RN Maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.
Requirements
- Must meet ONE of the following requirements:
- 6 months of patient care experience
- Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
- Successful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire
- Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
- Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
- This position MUST be able to work the following:
- 72 hours per pay period
- Every Other Weekend
- Rotating 8 Hour Shifts
- Overnight Shift: 11:00PM - 7:30AM
- BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.
Responsibilities
- Providing personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs
- Providing comfort care and other assistance
- Appropriately and safely transferring patients
- Taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping
- Recognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RN
- Maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.
Benefits
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
- Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
- Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
- At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
