Nursing Assistant - EHD Inpatient Rehab

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

3d•$18 - $24

About The Position

Essentia Health is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join their Inpatient Rehab Unit at Essentia Health Duluth - Miller Dwan. This role involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, contributing to patient safety and comfort, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Duties include assisting with personal hygiene, nutrition, transfers, taking vital signs, reporting changes in patient condition, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Requirements

6 months of nursing assistant experience
Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
Enrollment into the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation Course within 30 days of hire
Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date
Completion of Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation course within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
401(k) with employer contributions
Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
Flexible scheduling
Paid time off
Personal leave
Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Supplemental insurance options