Nursing Assistant

Essentia Health; Sandstone (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Essentia Health Sandstone is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct care to patients under supervision. You will help with hygiene, nutrition, comfort, safe transfers, and recording vital signs to support efficient, patient-centered care.

Required: completion of a recognized nurse aide program or nursing assistant rotations, state registration, and BLS certification or ability to obtain within 1 month. This role offers benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must complete a recognized nurse aide program or clinical rotations.
• Be registered on the applicable state nursing assistant registry.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision to ensure safety and comfort.
• Perform personal hygiene tasks and assist with nutritional needs.
• Take vital signs, document findings, and report changes promptly.
• Transfer patients safely and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Support non-nursing functions to facilitate unit workflow.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Education

Nursing assistant program completion

Clinical rotations in accredited nursing program

Current state nursing assistant registry

Job description

Building Location:Essentia Health SandstoneDepartment:2023240 MED SURG - PMC HOSPJob Description:Job Description SummaryBecome part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.Responsible for providing direct care to patients and serving the needs of patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director (possibly with guidance from an LPN) to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. Duties will vary by patient care unit/department and include but are not limited to: Providing personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs, providing comfort care and other assistance, appropriately and safely transferring patients, taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping, recognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RN, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.Along with organizes, and implements the non-nursing functions of assigned unit(s) to facilitate workflow, enhance unit productivity, and provide excellent customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff. Position promotes efficient unit function and indirect resident care. Performs clerical and reception duties; requisition supplies, equipment, and services as directed; assist with scheduling.Education Qualifications:Required Qualifications:Must meet one of the following requirements:6 months of nursing assistant experienceCompletion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing programVerifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training programCurrent registration on applicable state nursing assistant registryLicensure/Certification Qualifications:Certification/Licensure Requirements:BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire dateOur Benefits are exceptional and Include:Health InsuranceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off401k (with Essentia Health annual match)Life and Disability Insurance optionsAdoption Assistance***Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota.Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of 13,500 employees, including 3,500 registered nurses & licensed practical nurses, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 70 clinics, six long-term care facilities, three assisted living facilities, three independent living facilities, five ambulance services and one research institute.Essentia Health is accredited as a level 3 Accountable Care Organization, the highest level of certification possible, by the National Committee for Quality AssuranceFTE:0.6Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:variesShift End Time:variesWeekends:Holidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:Sandstone USWA (SANDUSW)Union Posting Deadline:Compensation Range:$17.76 - $24.27Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].