Nursing Assistant Medical Surgical

Allina Health System • Shakopee, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, the Nursing Assistant supports delivery of patient care on the Medical Surgical Unit. The role includes assisting with personal care, mobility, comfort, and patient safety, as well as collecting and documenting vital signs and other assigned observations. The position is 0.75 FTE (60 hours per two-week pay period), with 12-hour day/night shifts and a weekend rotation every third weekend.

The work is performed at Allina Health's location at 1455 Saint Francis Ave, Shakopee, Minnesota. The hourly base pay range is $20.91 to $27.30; starting pay depends on factors including experience, education, and any applicable union agreement. Shift, weekend, and other differentials may be available.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old, or 17 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet at least one of the following: successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program; completion of one semester of clinical rotations in an accredited nursing program; completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program; or previous direct patient care experience.
• Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or complete Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned personal care and interventions according to the critical elements of each procedure.
• Respond promptly to patient call lights, including those for patients who are not assigned to the Nursing Assistant.
• Set up and distribute water, snacks, and meal trays, and assist patients as needed.
• Assist with grooming, hygiene, skin integrity, personal comfort, and population-specific needs.
• Assist patients with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and range-of-motion exercises according to activity orders and patient needs.
• Carry out fall-prevention activities specified in the plan of care.
• Collect and save specimens.
• Assist the RN with admission, transfer, discharge, and post-mortem care.
• May transport medications within the site, excluding controlled substances.
• Observe, collect, and document assigned health-status data, including measurements such as temperature, radial pulse, blood pressure, respirations, weight, and intake and output.
• Immediately report observations or health-status data outside normal limits or significantly changed to the RN.
• Document according to documentation guidelines.
• Help maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Protect patients, self, and others from injury during transfers, lifts, and transports by using appropriate equipment and body mechanics.
• Report environmental risks and equipment malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Use equipment in accordance with policies, procedures, and manufacturer directions or standards.
• May handle hazardous waste by identifying, segregating, and disposing of it; maintaining container integrity; and knowing emergency response procedures for spills, fires, and evacuations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits
• Paid time off (PTO) and time away
• Retirement savings plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable
• Student loan support and benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Well-being resources, including well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, programs, activities, personal coaching, and tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed