Job Description
Job Description:
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!Education Qualifications:
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
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!
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
CERTIFICATE/LICENSURE:
- BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health
- 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.
- Benefit Eligibility: Employees who work 48 hours per pay period (0.6 FTE) are eligible for most benefits.
Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center
Shift Rotation: Rotating Shift (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: Variable Shift/Variable Shifts
Hours Per Pay Period: 16 -40
Compensation Range:
Union:
FTE: 1
Weekends: Yes
Call Obligations:
Sign On Bonus:
Job Details
Job Title
Nursing Assistant - Training Provided
Position Type
Part Time
Requisition ID
R056260