Nursing Assistant- Med Surg Ortho

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401k

Life and disability insurance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a patient care assistant to provide direct support to patients on the 32nd Avenue building in Fargo, ND. You will assist with basic hygiene, meals, mobility, and vital signs under the supervision of nursing staff to ensure safety and comfort.

The role requires CNA certification or registration as a nurse assistant within 3 months, along with BLS certification within 3 months. Sign-on incentive of $1,500 is offered, with a day shift and 0.8 FTE status.

Qualifications

• Direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Providing personal hygiene care and assisting with nutritional needs.
• Maintaining safe, clean environment and accurate recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision.
• Take and record vital signs and report changes to RN.
• Assist with transfers, feeding and hygiene as needed.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort; ensure clean environment.

Skills

Vital signs

Hygiene care

Patient comfort

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

BLS certification

Job description

Building Location:32nd Avenue BuildingDepartment:3013180 MED SURG 5TH FLOOR - 32ND HOSPJob Description:Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.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. 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, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.Education Qualifications:Licensure/Certification Qualifications:Certified Nursing Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health preferred, if no CNA, must be registered as a Nurse Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health within three months of date of employment.BLS certification required within 3 months after hire.Certification Requirements:Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 1 month from date of hire.***Sign on incentive $1,500***Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:Health InsuranceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off401k (with Essentia Health annual match)Life and Disability Insurance optionsAdoption Assistance***Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota.Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of 13,500 employees, including 3,500 registered nurses & licensed practical nurses, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 70 clinics, six long-term care facilities, three assisted living facilities, three independent living facilities, five ambulance services and one research institute.Essentia Health is accredited as a level 3 Accountable Care Organization, the highest level of certification possible, by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.FTE:0.8Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:7:00 amShift End Time:3:30 pmWeekends:every other weekend and holidayHolidays:YesCall Obligation:NoUnion:Union Posting Deadline:Compensation Range:-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].