Nursing Assistant - Float Pool Day/Night
About The Position
Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state’s top vacation destinations. This position MUST be able to work the following: 24 hours/week Every Other Weekend Rotating 12 Hour Shifts Day Shift: 7:00AM - 7:30PM Overnight Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM As a Nursing Assistant, you are responsible for providing direct care to patients and serving the needs of patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director (possibly with guidance from an LPN) to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Requirements
- Must meet ONE of the following requirements: 6 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
- Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
- BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.
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
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Supplemental insurance options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
