Nursing Assistant

HealthPartners; St. Paul (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Time off

Retirement planning

Continuing education

Job summary

Regions Hospital in Minnesota is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Observation Unit, a 22-bed med-surg/telemetry unit focused on short stay observation and post procedural care. Training is provided to learn the EHR, safety, and nursing assistant skills.

The role involves assisting with ADLs, vitals, and documentation, with a focus on compassionate patient care and teamwork within a nonprofit health system.

Qualifications

• Must complete a CNA training program or be listed on the MN Registry
• Experience as Nursing Assistant in acute/long-term care or ER tech (min 6 months, 0.5 FTE)
• Current CPR certification (AHA or Red Cross); BLS for Healthcare Providers
• Education or nursing assistant experience must have occurred within the last five years

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) in a safe, timely manner.
• Monitor and document patient vitals, collect specimens, and enter data into the electronic health record.
• Support nursing staff with procedures, respond to call lights, and communicate with patients and families.
• Discontinue IVs and monitor restraints as directed and required.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

CNA training program

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Regions Hospital is hiring a compassionate, collaborative, and committed Nursing Assistant who is driven to provide excellent care to our patients on the Observation Unit! This unit is a 22-bed capacity med-surg/telemetry unit focused on short stay medical-surgical observation as well as extended recovery patients. This includes general surgery, acute care surgery, neurosurgery, urology, cardiac telemetry and post procedural care. When you start your career as a Nursing Assistant you will receive 2-3 weeks of training with our nursing education to learn more about our electronic health system, hospital safety, disengagement skills and restraints, and unlicensed assistive partner skills. Being a part of the nursing team at Regions means you will use your technical and people skills to positively impact the type of care our patients receive and overall experience.

As a Nursing Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the patient with activities of daily living (ADLs), providing patient care treatments which include but are not limited to, discontinuing IVs, restraint monitoring, and collecting patient vitals, weights, and intake & output all in a safe, timely, and effective matter. This position regularly collects specimens such as urine, stool, and finger stick blood glucose at the direction of the nurse. The Nursing Assistant responds to patient call lights and requests, communicates with patients and visitors, and assist the nurses with procedures as requested. This position also documents and charts in our electronic health system.

Work Schedule/FTE: . 7 FTE (28 hours per week) working evenings (3pm-1130pm). This position requires you work every other weekend and holiday.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) training program (may include being listed on the MN Registry)

Or

• Experience in an acute care or long-term care setting as a Nursing Assistant and/or Emergency Room Technician(6 months at a minimum of 0.5 FTE)

Or

• Completion of one clinical rotation in a RN or LPN program within the past 12 months

And

• A current Basic Life Support CPR certification from either the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Experience or nursing assistant education must have occurred within the last five (5) years.

Certification: Current CPR certification (American Heart BLS for Healthcare Providers) required. (Demonstrates at the time of employment and every 2 years thereafter).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrates basic computers skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with patients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Ability to independently initiate appropriate tasks within the scope of practice of the position.
• Ability to provide individualized care and respond to a variety of patient/ family preferences.
• Ability to provide an exceptional patient experience utilizing strong customer service skills.
• Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school degree of equivalent
• Prior experience in acute care or hospital setting
• Nursing assistant certification
• Proficiency using Electronic Health Record (EPIC)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.