Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Medical/Surgical

LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE CORPORATION; Fergus Falls (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

HSA/FSA and 401k plans

EAP, life and disability coverage

Pet insurance

ID theft protection and legal services

Job summary

Lake Region Healthcare Corporation seeks a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to provide nursing care to patients in the Medical/Surgical department. You will support licensed staff and coordinate with families and visitors to ensure comfort and clear communication.

The role is casual, under 32 hours biweekly, with compensation hourly and based on experience. Mn registry-eligible CNAs and CPR certification are required on hire.

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a CNA with the Minnesota registry or registry-eligible.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced medical/surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients in Medical/Surgical department.
• Provide support services to licensed personnel and healthcare teams.
• Interact with patients, families and visitors to address questions and comfort needs.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and safety.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Follow instructions

CNA certification eligibility

Education

CNA certification (Minnesota)

Job description

The purpose of this position is to provide nursing care to patients and support services to the licensed personnel. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) has contact with patients, patient families and visitors, LRH employees, volunteers, administration, and physicians. Effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position. The CNA must be able to follow instructions of licensed personnel and work cooperatively with others, exercise initiative and judgement.Department DescriptionCome join our Medical/Surgical department! You’ll have the ability to work in a fast-paced, exciting environment where teamwork is a key focus. You will provide a healing touch for all ages and feel rewarded by the care you provide each day. We are seeking caring, motivated individuals to join our team!Open Date: 09/18/2026Preferred Application Deadline: 09/25/2026Hours/ShiftsCasual (less than 32 hours biweekly)CompensationHourly Wage Range: $19.05-$25.88. Please note that final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.Benefit OfferingsLake Region Healthcare is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit program designed to meet your unique needs. This includes medical and dental coverage; HSA, FSA and 401k plans; EAP, life and disability coverage; voluntary accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity coverage; pet insurance, ID theft protection and legal services. For eligible new employees, the effective date of coverage for most plans is the first of the month, following a 30-day waiting period.EEOCLake Region Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Upon hire, must be registered as a CNA with the Minnesota registry or registry eligible. During employment, must be on the MN Nursing Registry within 1 year of working as a CNA. MN Nursing registry renewals must be verified as active 6 months from expiration date. This position requires current Healthcare Provider level CPR certification upon hire or must be obtained within 6 months.