Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg (Night Shifts)
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant provides direct care to patients and serves their needs in a manner conducive to safety and comfort. The role works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director, possibly with guidance from an LPN, and contributes to Essentia Health’s mission and goals. Work is performed within the job scope and applicable Joint Commission, federal, state, and local regulatory and accrediting requirements. Duties vary by patient care unit or department. This position is based at St Josephs Medical Center in Brainerd, Minnesota, and requires 56 hours per pay period in eight-hour overnight shifts from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., including every other weekend and holidays.
Requirements
- Meet at least one of the following: six months of patient care experience; completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program; successful completion of an Essentia Health-provided Nursing Assistant training 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 certification, or ability 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 per pay period in eight-hour overnight shifts from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., every other weekend, and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal hygiene care and assist with patients’ 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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Professional development, including training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid time off and personal leave
- Wellness programs and resources, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities
- Life and disability insurance, along with supplemental insurance options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
