Nursing Assistant (NA) - Float - Part Time Days
About The Position
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. 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, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies. Education Qualifications: This position requires the ability to work the following schedule: 24 hours per week Day Shift (6am-2:30pm) Every other weekend and participation in a holiday rotation Hiring Incentive Eligible Position: Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $1500. Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Licensure/Certification Qualifications: BLS certification required within 3 months of hire Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program OR current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry Essentia Health St. Mary's- Detroit Lakes has earned the Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes is the second hospital in Minnesota and one of only 248 facilities worldwide to receive this designation. The Pathway to Excellence program recognizes health care organizations that demonstrate a commitment to establishing the foundation of a healthy workplace for staff. To receive this prestigious honor, hospitals must undergo a rigorous process to meet the required elements of performance to promote a healthy and positive work environment and improve nursing practice. This includes the submission and review of in-depth documentation, a nurse survey showing positive feedback from our nurses and review from the ANCC.
Requirements
- BLS certification required within 3 months of hire
- Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program OR current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
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
- Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
- flexible scheduling
- generous time off
- wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
