Nursing Assistant - EHD Inpatient Rehab
About The Position
Become part of Essentia Health’s team in Duluth, Minnesota, and provide direct care to patients on the Inpatient Rehab Unit at Essentia Health Duluth – Miller Dwan Medical Center. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director, and possibly with guidance from an LPN, the Nursing Assistant supports patients’ safety, comfort, and care while contributing to Essentia Health’s mission and goals. The role works within its scope to meet requirements of the Joint Commission and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory and accrediting agencies. This position is 32 hours every two weeks and requires every-other-weekend work. Shifts rotate among 8-hour day, evening, and night shifts: 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m., and 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m. Weekend and holiday work is required; there is no call obligation.
Requirements
- Meet at least one of the following: six months of nursing assistant experience; completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program; enrollment in the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation Course within 30 days of hire; verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program; or current registration on the applicable state nursing assistant registry.
- BLS certification, or ability to become certified within one month of hire.
- If qualifying through the Essentia Health Foundation Course in the East Market (excluding Wisconsin), complete the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation Course within 90 days of hire.
- Work 32 hours every two weeks, every other weekend, and rotating 8-hour day, evening, and night shifts.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal hygiene care and assist with patients’ nutritional needs.
- Provide comfort care and other assistance.
- 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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
- Professional development opportunities, including training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Paid time off, generous time off, and personal leave.
- Wellness resources and programs, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
- Life and disability insurance, with supplemental options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
