Nursing Assistant - Float Pool (Day and Night Shifts)

essentiahealth; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings Plans

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Employee Wellness Programs

Job summary

Essentia Health in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Nursing leadership. The position requires working 36 hours per week with rotating 12-hour shifts, including day and overnight options.

As an employee, you will engage in vital sign checks, patient comfort, and safe patient transfers while maintaining a clean environment to support healing. Union: STJSEIU Local 113.

Qualifications

• Must meet ONE of the following requirements (education focus).
• 6 months of patient care experience or clinical rotations in nursing program or Nursing Assistant training.
• Verifiable nurse aide training completion or registry in good standing.

Responsibilities

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

Education

6 months of patient care experience

Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program

Successful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire

Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program

Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

Job description

Building Location:

St Josephs Medical Center

Department:

4004130 FLOAT POOL - MED SURG - SJMC

Job Description:

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state’s top vacation destinations.

Education Qualifications:

Must meet ONE of the following requirements:

• 6 months of patient care experience
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
• Successful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire
• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
• Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

This position MUST be able to work the following:

• 36 hours/week
• Every Other Weekend
• Rotating 12 Hour Shifts
• Day Shift: 7:00AM - 7:30PM
• Overnight Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM
• Weekend 2 &4

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

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

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

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• 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:

0.9

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

7:00am | 7:00pm

Shift End Time:

7:30pm | 7:30am

Weekends:

Every other

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

St Josephs SEIU Local 113 (STJSEIU)

Union Posting Deadline:

08/21/2026

Compensation Range:

$18.20 - $26.17Employee 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].