Clinical Support Associate - 6th Floor

Children's Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Shift differentials for night/weekend work

Job summary

A leading pediatric health system in Minnesota is seeking a Nursing Assistant responsible for providing safe patient care and maintaining equipment in a dynamic pediatric unit. Candidates should have completed a nursing assistant course or equivalent experience and hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this role, which plays a crucial part in caring for children with both acute and chronic medical conditions. This position may also offer benefits such as medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Completed a nursing assistant course or equivalent experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• One year of previous Nursing Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe patient care as delegated by licensed nursing staff.
• Maintains equipment and supplies per unit standard.

Skills

Proficient communication

Critical thinking

Prioritization skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Basic computer operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Children’s Minnesota

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota serves kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org. Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders, a national honor that recognizes diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy and care delivery.

Department Overview

Our Minneapolis 6th floor is a 33-bed pediatric medical/surgical unit that cares for a spectrum of children from infants to young adults suffering from both acute and chronic medical conditions. Our team of dedicated professionals specializes in the care of patients with cystic fibrosis, respiratory conditions, non‑critical trauma, neurological conditions (both medical and post‑op surgical recovery) and urological conditions (both medical and post‑op surgical recovery). Patients have an average length of stay ranging from days to several weeks for a specialty diagnosis. Care is provided by an interdisciplinary team that includes child life, social work, integrative medicine, dietitians, case managers and other specialists. We rely on teamwork, with open and respectful communication, and promote an environment that encourages learning and professional growth. Our team is committed to providing excellent care to our patients and families.

Position Summary

Provides safe patient care as delegated by licensed nursing staff and maintains equipment and supplies per unit standard. Completed a nursing assistant course or equivalent experience, or completed a nursing or health‑care related clinical practicum course. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience

• One year of previous Nursing Assistant experience or equivalent experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills required.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak effectively in English to perform functions of the position.
• Skills in basic computer operation.

Physical Demands

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The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full‑time employment (40 standard hours per week). Annual salaries for part‑time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full‑time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on‑call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I‑9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.