Nursing Assistant - Float Pool: Dynamic Patient Support

Ridgeview; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeview is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff in direct and non-direct patient care, under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, documenting care, and reporting vital information to the RN/LPN to ensure continuity of care.

Candidates should have a nursing assistant certificate or EMT course, or enrollment in a nursing program, and be able to communicate effectively, use basic computer functions, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Possession of a nursing assistant certificate or completion of a Nursing Assistant or EMT course.
• OR
• One year of experience as a nursing assistant (six months of which must have been in one facility)
• OR
• Enrollment in a school of professional nursing (LPN, RN, or NP programs)
• OR
• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in direct and non-direct patient care functions.
• Obtains and articulates pertinent data in an objective manner.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to the RN or LPN to assure continuum of care.
• Documents the various aspects of care on appropriate forms according to RMC policies and procedures.
• Performs Patient Safety Attendant functions as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Nursing Assistants under the age of 18 are not permitted to operate patient lifts.

Skills

Strong communication

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Nursing assistant certificate

Nursing Assistant or EMT course

Enrollment in nursing program

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Ridgeview is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff in direct and non-direct patient care, under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, documenting care, and reporting vital information to the RN/LPN to ensure continuity of care.

Candidates should have a nursing assistant certificate or EMT course, or enrollment in a nursing program, and be able to communicate effectively, use basic computer functions, and work in a fast-paced environment.