Nursing Assistant - General Surgery

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness resources

Paid time off

Job summary

Be part of Essentia Health in Duluth, Minnesota on the shores of Lake Superior. We seek a Compassionate Nursing Assistant for the Level 14 General Surgery Unit at St Mary's Medical Center.

Join a dedicated team with a 0.4 FTE schedule, rotating 8-hour shifts, including days, evenings, and overnights. Compensation ranges from $17.39 to $22.45 per hour with comprehensive benefits and union support.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the listed nursing assistant qualifications.
• BLS certification within 1 month of hire or ability to obtain it.
• Current CNA registry registration as applicable by state.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support safety and comfort under supervision of RN or Nurse Manager.
• Perform personal hygiene care and assist with nutritional needs.
• Transfer patients safely and take vital signs with accurate recordkeeping.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and report promptly to RN.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment to promote healing.

Education

6 months nursing assistant experience

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

Enrollment into the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation Course within 30 days of hire

Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program

Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

Job description

Department

2003940 SMMC 14-MED SURG SURGICAL - SMMC HOSP

Building Location

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

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 Level 14 General Surgery Unit at St Mary's Medical Center!

Education Qualifications

Must meet one of the following requirements:

• 6 months of nursing assistant experience
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
• Enrollment into the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation Course within 30 days 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

• 32 hours every two weeks
• Every other weekend
• Rotating 8 Hour Shifts
• Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
• Evening Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm
• Night Shift: 10pm - 6:30am

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.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $1,500

• Restrictions may apply

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

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

If qualified through the Essentia Health Foundation Course East Market (Excluding WI)

• Completion of Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation course within 90 days of hire

Fte

0.4

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

6am, 2pm, 10pm

Shift End Time

2:30pm, 10:30pm, 6:30am

Weekends

yes

Holidays

Yes

Call Obligation

No

Union

SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)09/4/2026

Compensation Range

$17.39 - $22.45

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].