Medical Surgical - Nursing Assistant Inpatient (Straight Nights)

Sanford Health • Bismarck, ND

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About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as a caregiver to patients during scheduled work periods, providing patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

This position is on a 50-bed Medical-Surgical unit that offers a variety of patient experiences, hands-on opportunities to build skills and expand clinical knowledge, and a supportive team environment. The role is scheduled for 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, with a $2.50 night differential and a rotation every third weekend and holiday. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available.

Requirements

• High school graduation or a GED is preferred but not required.
• Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
• In North Dakota or Minnesota, if not a Certified Nursing Assistant, be listed on the applicable state Nursing Assistant Registry within four months of hire.
• In Wisconsin, be listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility, or be a student nurse enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic health care needs and daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation, and dining needs.
• Attend to patients’ emotional and spiritual needs.
• Administer delegated tasks and treatments.
• Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
• Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed.
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.
• Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; and dispose of biomedical waste according to standards and policy.
• Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
• Provide one-on-one care to patients when necessary for safe care provision.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• $2.50 night differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED