Nursing Assistant - Training Provided
About The Position
Are you interested in becoming a Nursing Assistant? Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Duluth, Minnesota on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior! Essentia Health offers a Nursing Assistant Foundation course as well as on the job training for individuals interested in pursuing a Nursing Assistant career within a hospital setting! As a Nursing Assistant, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, or Department Director, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Duties may vary by unit or department but typically involve: Assisting with personal hygiene and nutritional needs Offering comfort care and personalized assistance Safely transferring patients Monitoring vital signs and maintaining accurate records Swiftly reporting any changes in patient condition to the RN Upholding a clean, safe environment to enhance patient healing and well-being Our Nursing Assistants work the following: Every Other Weekend Rotating 8 Hour Shifts Day Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30PM Evening Shift: 2:00PM - 10:30PM Overnight Shift: 10:00PM - 6:30AM A variety of scheduling options are available!
Requirements
- Must meet ONE of the following requirements:
- 6 months of nursing assistant 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
- Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
- CERTIFICATE/LICENSURE: BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.
- Employees who work 48 hours per pay period (0.6 FTE) are eligible for most benefits.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with personal hygiene and nutritional needs
- Offering comfort care and personalized assistance
- Safely transferring patients
- Monitoring vital signs and maintaining accurate records
- Swiftly reporting any changes in patient condition to the RN
- Upholding a clean, safe environment to enhance patient healing and well-being
Benefits
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
- Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
- Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
- At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
