Nursing Assistant (NA) - Med / Surg - Part time Evenings

Essentia Health; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive up to $1500

Employee benefits: medical, dental, V

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Job summary

Essentia Health’s St Marys Hospital in Detroit Lakes is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision. You will assist with hygiene, nutrition support, comfort measures, and safe transfers while maintaining a clean, safe environment to promote healing.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, documenting patient information, recognizing changes in condition, and reporting to the RN.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a recognized nurse aide training program or be registered on state registry.
• BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, assist with hygiene, nutrition, and comfort.
• Assist with safe patient transfers and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Take vital signs and complete patient records accurately.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and report to RN promptly.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs

Safety & hygiene

Documentation

Education

Nurse aide program or state registry

BLS certification within 3 months

Job description

Building Location:

St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes

Department:

3063240 MED SURG - DL HOSP

Job Description:

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:

This position requires the ability to work the following schedule:

• 24 hours per week
• 8 Hour PM Shifts
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation
• PM Shift Differential

Hiring Incentive Eligible Position: Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $1500.

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

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

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Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota.

Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Healthcombines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practitioners, 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, 78 clinics, six long-term care facilities, six assisted living and independent living facilities, 7 ambulance services, 27 retail pharmacies, and one research institute.

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Permanent Evening Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

8 Hours Evening Shifts

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

every other weekend

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

Yes

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$17.63 - $26.45

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].