Geriatric Care Aide - 12-Hour Shifts, Hands-On Training

Essentia Health; Fosston (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Job summary

Essentia Health is hiring a Nursing Assistant to support routine, non-technical nursing tasks under a Registered Nurse’s direction, focusing on the care of older adults and the geriatric population. The role features 12-hour shifts and opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and caregivers.

New hires will gain hands-on healthcare experience, build essential skills, and contribute to residents’ safety and comfort in a team-based setting.

Qualifications

• Certification as Home Health Aide or Nursing Assistant is required or must be completed within 90 days of hire.
• Compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn to support older adults and geriatric residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine, non-technical nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Support care for the older adult and geriatric population during assigned shifts.
• Maintain residents' safety, comfort, and dignity while delivering hands-on assistance.

Skills

Compassionate care

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Education

Home Health Aide or Nursing Assistant certification

Tools

Job description

Essentia Health is hiring a Nursing Assistant to support routine, non-technical nursing tasks under a Registered Nurse’s direction, focusing on the care of older adults and the geriatric population. The role features 12-hour shifts and opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and caregivers.

New hires will gain hands-on healthcare experience, build essential skills, and contribute to residents’ safety and comfort in a team-based setting.