Nursing Assistant - Adult Behavioral Health

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement and education

Flexible scheduling and time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, Minnesota seeks a compassionate Nursing Assistant for the Adult Behavioral Health Unit at Miller Dwan Medical Center. You will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, including hygiene, comfort, transfers, and vital signs, contributing to patient safety and comfort.

Requirements include 6 months of NA experience, completion of nursing program rotations, and state nurse aide registry.

Qualifications

• 6 months of nursing assistant experience.
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program.
• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program.
• Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs
• Providing comfort care and other assistance
• Transferring patients safely and appropriately
• Taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping
• Reporting changes in patient condition to the RN
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs

Recordkeeping

Teamwork

Education

6 months nursing assistant experience

Clinical rotations in accredited nursing program

Nurse aide training program completion

Current state nursing assistant registry registration

Job description

Building Location: Building D - Miller Dwan Medical Center - EH Duluth

Department: 2043300 ADULT CONSOLIDATED - SMDC HOSP

Job Description

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Duluth, Minnesota on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior. We are looking for a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our Adult Behavioral Health Unit at Essentia Health Duluth - Miller Dwan!

Education Qualifications

• 6 months of nursing assistant experience
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
• Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

Required Work Schedule

• 56 hours every two weeks
• Every other weekend
• Rotating 8 Hour Shifts

As a Nursing Assistant, you are 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. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.

Duties

• 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
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date

Employee Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

FTE: 0.7

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Information

• Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
• Shift Start Time: Varies
• Shift End Time: Varies
• Weekends: yes
• Holidays: Yes
• Call Obligation: No
• Union: Miller Dwan UFCW (MDUFC) Union
• Posting Deadline: 10/8/2026

Compensation Range: $17.83 - $23.55

Employee 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].

Essentia Health Commitment

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Values

Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

Equal Opportunity

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.