Nursing Assistant (NA)/TeleSitter - Cardiac Telemetry - Part Time

Essentia Health • Fargo, ND

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About The Position

The Nursing Assistant/TeleSitter provides direct patient care and supports patients’ 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. Duties vary by patient care unit and department. Tele sitters monitor up to 12 patients or residents at a time. The role uses EPIC and MatrixCare charting systems and works within its scope to meet Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Requirements

• If not already a CNA, register as a Nurse Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health within three months of employment.
• Obtain BLS certification within three months after hire.
• Work 24 hours per week on 12-hour rotating shifts: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM and 7:00 PM–7:00 AM.
• Work every third weekend and participate in a holiday rotation.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant certification through the North Dakota Department of Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene care and assist with nutritional needs.
• Provide comfort care and other assistance to patients.
• Transfer patients appropriately and safely.
• Take vital signs and complete recordkeeping.
• Recognize and promptly report changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for patients to promote healing.
• Monitor up to 12 patients or residents at a time as a tele sitter.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, with supplemental options.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Generous time off.
• Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $1,500; benefit eligibility may vary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed