Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg Superior

Essentia Health; United States; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a patient care teammate at St. Mary’s Hospital in Superior, WI. You will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, assist with personal hygiene, nutrition, and comfort, and help maintain a safe, clean environment on the MED SURG unit.

The role requires a nurse aide training program completion or current state registry, and BLS certification within 3 months. Shifts include day, evening, and night rotations with a 0.6 FTE commitment.

Qualifications

• Providing direct patient care and supporting safety and comfort.
• Monitoring and recording vital signs and patient condition.
• Maintaining a clean, safe environment and assisting with transfers when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene care and assist with nutritional needs.
• Provide comfort care and other assistance to patients.
• Transfer patients safely and accurately.
• Take vital signs and maintain complete records.
• Report changes in patient condition to the RN promptly.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs

Safety and infection control

Recordkeeping

Education

Nurse aide training

Nursing assistant registry

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Building Location: St Marys Hospital Superior Department: 2013240 MED SURG - SMHS HOSP

Join Essentia Health’s dedicated team at St. Mary’s in Superior, Wisconsin, where you can enjoy the charm of the Twin Ports and the natural beauty of Lake Superior. This welcoming community offers year-round outdoor recreation, from walking along Wisconsin Point and exploring Barker’s Island to hiking, boating, fishing, and enjoying nearby trails and parks. Located just minutes from Duluth, Superior combines strong community spirit with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Education Qualifications

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.

This position will work the following:

• 48 hours per 2 weeks
• Every Other Weekend Rotating 8 Hour Shifts
• Day Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30PM
• Evening Shift: 2:00PM - 10:30PM
• Overnight Shift: 10:00PM - 6:30AM

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 3 months of hire
• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program OR current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

About Essentia Health

We are a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! 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. We are like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

FTE: 0.6 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 6:00AM - 2:30PM/2:00PM - 10:30PM/10:00PM - 6:30AM Shift End Time: Weekends: Every Other Weekend Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: SMHS AFSCME Local 1760 (SHAFS) Union Posting Deadline: 08/19/2026 Compensation Range: $17.81 - $23.70

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].

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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.