Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care 0.6 -0.9 Flex

essentiahealth; Aurora (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant for Northern Pines Care Center in Minnesota. You will provide direct resident care, assist with hygiene and feeding, and help maintain a safe, clean environment while reporting changes to the shift nurse.

Position is 0.6 FTE with shift rotation (D/E/N) and potential for remote/hybrid options noted in a nursing facility context; holidays are required and union representation is Northern Pines Hospital AFSCME.

Qualifications

• Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry or obtains within 4 months of hire/ transfer date.
• If transitioning from the Nursing Assistant – Student position, must have registration upon hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to skilled nursing facility residents ensuring safety and comfort.
• Assist with personal hygiene and nutritional needs; report changes to shift nurse.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and neat environment; recognize abuse of vulnerable adults.
• Identify safety hazards and initiate corrective actions in emergencies.

Job description

Building Location:

Northern Pines Care Center

Department:

2133090 NURSING HOME - NPMC SNF

Job Description:

Responsible for providing direct care to skilled nursing facility residents and for serving the needs of residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, within the scope of the nursing assistant role. Provides personal hygiene care, assists with providing for nutritional needs; recognizes and deals with the problems of the aging process, recognizes and promptly report changes in resident condition to shift nurse, and maintains a safe, clean, attractive, and neat environment for the residents. Must be aware of and prevent the abuse of vulnerable adults in the care of the Essentia Health skilled nursing facility. Maintains awareness of safety issues and strives to accomplish all responsibilities in a safe manner. Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective actions.

Education Qualifications:

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry or obtains within 4 months of hire/ transfer date. If transitioning from the Nursing Assistant – Student position, must have registration upon hire/transfer.

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

FTE Flex D/E/N (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

varies

Shift End Time:

varies

Weekends:

rotation

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Northern Pines Hospital AFSCME (NPAFSCME)

Union Posting Deadline:

06/10/2026

Compensation Range:

$18.90 - $29.09

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].