Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg (Day and Evening Shifts)

4010 St. Joseph's Medical Center; United States; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement and educational 

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off and personal leave

Job summary

Essentia Health in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota seeks a Nursing Assistant to join our compassionate team. Provide personal hygiene care, assist with nutrition, monitor patient comfort, take vital signs, and report changes to the RN.

A successful candidate will meet one of several approved CNA pathways and obtain CPR/BLS certification. This role offers rotating shifts with day and evening options, a 0.7 FTE schedule, and access to comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, retirement plans,

Qualifications

• Must meet one of several CNA pathways to qualify for hire.
• BLS certified or ability to become BLS certified within 1 month.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal hygiene care and assisting with nutritional needs.
• Providing comfort care and other assistance to patients.
• Safely transferring patients as needed.
• Taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping.
• Reporting changes in patient condition to the RN promptly.
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment to promote healing.

Education

6 months of patient care experience

Clinical rotations completed in nursing program

Nursing Assistant training completed (EH Foundation Course East Market)

Recognized nurse aide training program completed

Current registration on state nursing assistant registry

Job description

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

Working Hours and Shift Schedule

56 hours/pay period Every Other Weekend Rotating 8 Hour Shifts Day Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM Evening Shift: 3:00PM - 11:30PM

Responsibilities

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

Employee Benefits

• 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.

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].

Working Conditions / Remote Option and Shift Rotation

FTE: 0.7 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 7:00AM - 3:30PM Shift End Time: 3:00PM - 11:30PM Weekends: Every Other Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: St Josephs SEIU Local 113 (STJSEIU) Union Posting Deadline: 11/10/2026 Compensation Range: $18.20 - $26.17

Culture and Values

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others. Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

EEO Statement

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

Employment Screening

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.