Nursing Assistant — Patient Care Aide in Training

CHI Mercy Health Valley City; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI Mercy Health Valley City is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with bathing, feeding, mobility, vital signs, and basic comfort measures while pursuing CNA certification.

You will also support the nursing unit with inventory, documentation, and routine tasks, contributing to a safe, clean, and patient-centered environment. ND CNA certification within six months is required.

Qualifications

• CNA certification in North Dakota within six months of start date.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong patient care skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic nursing care within CNA scope for psychological and physical needs.
• Assists in positioning, lifting, turning, and ambulating patients.
• Monitors skin condition and responds to call lights; observes emergencies.
• Adheres to infection control practices and hygiene standards.
• Takes and records vital signs and measurements (temp, pulse, resp, BP, etc.).
• Assists in admission, transfer, discharge, and transports as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Teamwork

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) issued by ND

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CHI Mercy Health Valley City is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with bathing, feeding, mobility, vital signs, and basic comfort measures while pursuing CNA certification.

You will also support the nursing unit with inventory, documentation, and routine tasks, contributing to a safe, clean, and patient-centered environment. ND CNA certification within six months is required.