Nursing Assistant - Medical Unit (Day and Night Shifts)
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant provides direct care to patients and supports 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. The role contributes to Essentia Health’s mission and goals and works within its scope to meet Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory and accrediting requirements. Duties vary by patient care unit or department. This position is based at St Josephs Medical Center in Brainerd, Minnesota. It requires 56 hours every two weeks, every other weekend, and rotating eight-hour day and overnight shifts. The day shift is 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; the overnight shift is 11:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m. Holiday work is required; there is no call obligation.
Requirements
- Meet at least one of the following: six months of patient care experience; completion of one semester of clinical rotations in an accredited nursing program; successful completion of an Essentia Health-provided Nursing Assistant training program within one month of hire; verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program; or current registration on the applicable state nursing assistant registry.
- BLS certified or able to become certified within one month of hire.
- If qualified through the Essentia Health Foundation Course East Market, complete the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation course within 90 days of hire.
- Work 56 hours every two weeks, every other weekend, and rotating eight-hour day and overnight shifts.
- Work holidays.
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 that promotes healing.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Professional development, training, and educational programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid time off and personal leave
- Employee 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
