Nursing Assistant - General Medical

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

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About The Position

Essentia Health is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join their Level 15 General Medical Unit at St Mary's Medical Center in Duluth, Minnesota. This role involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and contributing to the mission and goals of Essentia Health. The Nursing Assistant will work within job scope to meet regulatory requirements and ensure patient safety and comfort.

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
If qualified through the Essentia Health Foundation Course East Market (Excluding WI): 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
Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

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