Nursing Assistant: Flexible Shifts & Benefits

Essentia Health; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness programs

Job summary

Essentia Health in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. The role supports patient safety and comfort, performing hygiene assistance, vital signs, and basic care activities in rotating day and overnight shifts.

The position requires eligibility for state nursing assistant roles, BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within one month, and completion of relevant Essentia Health training within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire.
• Nurse aide training or equivalent credential required.
• Completion of Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation course within 90 days of hire.
• Verifiable completion of an approved nurse aide program.
• Current registration on the state nursing assistant registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene care and assist with nutritional needs.
• Provide comfort care and other patient assistance.
• Safely transfer patients and maintain a safe environment.
• Take vital signs and complete accurate recordkeeping.
• Report changes in patient condition to the RN promptly.

Education

BLS certified

Nurse Aide credential

Nursing Assistant Foundation course

Approved nurse aide training

State nursing assistant registry

Job description

Essentia Health in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. The role supports patient safety and comfort, performing hygiene assistance, vital signs, and basic care activities in rotating day and overnight shifts.

The position requires eligibility for state nursing assistant roles, BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within one month, and completion of relevant Essentia Health training within 90 days of hire.