Nursing Assistant - IMC/ICU

Job Description:

Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.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 agenciesDuties will vary by patient care unit/department and include but are not limited to: - 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.This position is sign on bonus eligible! $1,500 with 2 year work commitment.