Health Care Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant

Hennepin Healthcare; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Hennepin Healthcare is seeking a Health Care Assistant for the Med Surg Ortho unit on the Downtown Campus. Under RN supervision, you will perform quality patient care, assist with daily activities, and support the care team.

Responsibilities include vital signs, point-of-care testing, and EHR documentation. The role requires Minnesota NA registry certification or nursing program progress, with rotating day/evening shifts and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry certification at hire
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotation in an accredited nursing program
• Enrollment in/successful completion of Hennepin Healthcare Nursing Assistant program or equivalent
• 6 months of acute nursing assistance experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (hygiene, grooming, bathing)
• Respond to patient call lights promptly and relay needs to the nurse
• Take and record vital signs as prescribed
• Perform point-of-care tests as assigned
• Maintain patient room cleanliness and linen changes
• Greet staff and family; coordinate with team and physicians
• Document actions in the EHR and ensure accuracy

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry

Clinical rotation in accredited nursing program

Hennepin Healthcare NA program

Nursing assistant experience

Tools

EPIC/EHR

Job description

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.JOB DETAILSDepartment: Med Surg OrthoFTE: .7 (56 hours per 2 week pay period)Workdays: varied, including every other weekendShift(s): rotating days and eveningsShift Length: 8 hoursLocation: main campusPurpose of this position: Within the context of Hennepin Healthcare System (HHS) culture of Patient & Family Centered Care and under direct RN supervision, the Health Care Assistant contributes to the health and well-being of assigned patients by performing quality patient care, technical procedures and related duties that meet established standards. Acts as a competent, caring and collaborative member of the patient care team. May provide clerical support for the unit including identified EHR duties, answering phones, coordinating unit communication, etc.RESPONSIBILITIESUsing principles of Patient & Family Centered Care develops and maintains a positive working relationship with patient and family, team members, department and medical center personnelAssists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, grooming, and bathingResponds to patients call lights in a timely manner, identifies patient needs and provides patients with appropriate response or communicates needs to appropriate team memberPerforms intentional rounding in collaboration with the RNTakes and records patient’s vital signs as prescribed by nursing protocol or physician orderMeasures, and records patient intake and output according to established protocol and orderConducts point of care tests as assigned and/or delegatedCommunicates any changes or pertinent information related to the patient’s physical appearance and attitude, I & O, vital signs, and point of care testing to the nurse. Records which nurse was notified for all abnormal resultsKeeps patient room neat, clean and orderly. Changes bed linen as scheduled and as neededEscorts patients on foot or transports patients on carts, beds or in wheelchairsProcures and stocks equipment and supplies, and insures that equipment is operable and cleanGreets and relays information to appropriate staff, physicians, or family membersTakes inventory of patient belongings and valuables as well as documents and securesCollects specimens using clean technique and labels appropriatelyDisposes of trash, linens and supplies in an appropriate mannerEnsures patient and supply rooms are properly stocked; linen is coveredSupports unit and medical center compliance with Regulatory standards, customer service and other initiativesMay perform various technical procedures after training, competency validation, and upon delegation from a Registered Nurse, such as maintaining oxygen equipment, performing oral suctioning, routine incision care, providing skin care, applying and changing non-sterile dressings, applying warm and cold compresses or non-prescription topical creams/ointments, 12 lead EKG’s, phlebotomies, and discontinuing IVs, saline locks and foley cathetersRecords actions in the EHRPerforms clerical duties in EHR; answers phones and triages calls appropriatelyPerforms all responsibilities/duties required by Patient Care Services as defined in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the clients is addressedQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Qualifications:Current certification on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry upon hire* (Maintenance of certification/registry is not required after hire.)-And/or-Completion of one semester of clinical rotation within an accredited nursing program-And/or-Enroll in and successful completion of the Hennepin Healthcare determined Nursing Assistant program-And/or-6 months of acute nursing assistance experiencePreferred Qualifications:High school graduate or equivalentBasic Life supportTraining/equivalent experience as a nursing assistant, CNA, or EMTCurrent student (enrolled) in a 4 year RN programExperience with EPIC and/or similar electronic health record systemOne year Nursing Assistant experience in a similar (hospital) settingKnowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Knowledge of basic medical terminologyBasic computer knowledgeAbility to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient populationAbility to prioritize, organize, and communicate with multidisciplinary staffAbility to adapt to sometimes rapidly changing and unpredictable situationsAbility to read and follow written instructions; understand and communicate verbal and written informationAbility to perform job duties that meet departmental performance expectations as well as HCMC standards related to quality, accuracy, productivity, patient & family centered care, customer service, etc.You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Total Rewards Package:We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.70 (56 hours per pay period)Shift Detail: Day, Evening, Every Other WeekendJob Level: StaffEmployee Status: RegularEligible for Benefits: YesUnion/Non Union: UnionMin: $21.35Max: $26.59Job Posting: Oct-13-2026