Nursing Assistant - Med Surg Neuro - Days
About The Position
Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. 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.
Requirements
- Must be registered as a Nurse Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health within three months of date of employment (if not already CNA certified)
- BLS certification required within 3 months after hire
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nursing Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health preferred
Responsibilities
- 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)
- 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
- Meeting the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- 401k (with Essentia Health annual match)
- Life and Disability Insurance options
- Adoption Assistance
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental options to fit your needs
- Employer contributions to 401(k)
- Training
- Tuition reimbursement
- 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
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
