Nursing Assistant - Float Pool (Day and Night Shifts)
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care and serves patients in a manner that supports their 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. The Nursing Assistant works within the scope of the role to meet requirements of the Joint Commission and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory and accrediting agencies. Duties vary by patient care unit or department. This position is based at St Josephs Medical Center in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota. It requires 36 hours per week, 12-hour day and overnight shifts, and work every other weekend. The shift rotation is day/night. Holidays are required; there is no call obligation.
Requirements
- Meet 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 EH-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 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.
- Able to work 36 hours per week in 12-hour day and overnight shifts, including every other weekend.
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 for patients to promote the healing process.
- Work within the position’s scope to meet applicable regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
- Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Paid time off, generous time off, and personal leave.
- Employee wellness programs and resources, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
- Life and disability insurance, along with supplemental benefit options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
