Nursing Assistant Medical Surgical

Allina Health; Slaton (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Job summary

Allina Health's Mercy 4 East Medical Surgical unit is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support a 35-bed unit with a 0.7 FTE (56 hours per two weeks). You will perform personal care, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with RNs to ensure safe, quality patient care.

The role requires CNA program completion or clinical nursing rotations, plus possible in-house BLS. Shifts are 8 hours day/evening, every other weekend, on-site at Mercy 4 East.

Qualifications

• Must meet CNA program completion or nursing program clinical rotations.
• Completion of Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program.
• Previous direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Collect and document vital signs and health status data.
• Support RN with admissions, transfers and discharge processes.
• Transport medications within the site (excluding controlled substances).

Skills

Vital signs documentation

Patient care assistance

Mobility assistance

Communication

Education

CNA program completion

Clinical rotations in nursing program

Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy

Direct patient care experience

Job description

Location Address

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NWCoon Rapids, MN 55433-2522

Date Posted

October 05, 2026

Department

38014600 Mercy 4 East Medical Surgical

Shift

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week

28

Union Contract

SEIU-4-Mercy Service Workers-SMC

Weekend Rotation

Every Other

Job Summary

4 East, a 35-bed Medical Surgical unit, is a beacon of comprehensive care for both adult and pediatric patients. Our short average stays of 1-3 days, coupled with a balanced nurse-to-patient ratio, ensures efficient, individualized care. Our team, a blend of experienced and new nurses, fosters a positive culture of teamwork, making us a leader in patient care.

Key Position Details

• 0.7 FTE (56 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day/evening shifts
• Every other weekend rotation

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of a RN, assists in the delivery of patient care. This includes performing personal care such as feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, moving and transporting patients, or changing linens. Collects and documents vital signs and other observations of patients.

Principle Responsibilities

• Performs personal care/interventions as assigned.
  • Completes interventions according to identified critical elements of each procedure.
  • Answers patient call lights promptly for both assigned and other patients.
  • Distributes and sets up water, snacks and patient trays and assists patients.
  • Assists patient with grooming and hygiene needs, maintains skin integrity, personal comfort and population specific needs of the patient.
  • Provides assistance with ambulation, transfer, positioning and range of motion (ROM) according to activity order and needs of the patient.
  • Implements activities of fall prevention plan as specified in plan of care.
  • Collects and saves specimens.
  • Provides assistance to the RN for admission, transfer, discharge and post-mortem care.
  • May transport medications excluding controlled substances within the site.
• Observes, collects and documents health status data as assigned.
  • Completes measurements according to critical elements of policy/procedures, which may include: temperatures, radial pulses, blood pressures, respirations, weights, intake and output.
  • Reports immediately to the RN observations/health status data that are not within normal limits for the patient or are significantly changed.
  • Documents according to documentation guidelines.
• Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees.
  • Protects patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
  • Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Uses equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
  • May handle hazardous waste (identifies, segregates, and disposes of hazardous waste; ensures container integrity; knows emergency response procedures to spills, fires, and evacuation procedures).
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • 18 years of age
  • 17 years of age with high school diploma or GED
• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program
  • Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
  • Completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program
  • Previous direct patient care experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet one of the requirements below:
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  • Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $21.33 to $27.78 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.