Nursing Assistant - Training Provided

essentiahealth; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings Plans

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Employee Wellness Programs

Benefit Eligibility

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, Minnesota is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision, ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will support Registered Nurses, Nurse Managers, and department leaders across hospital units.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal hygiene, monitoring vital signs, safely transferring patients, and promptly reporting changes in patient condition. Flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months nursing assistant experience or completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program or EH Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire or verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program or current registration on state nursing assistant registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene and nutritional needs.
• Offer comfort care and personalized assistance to patients.
• Safely transfer patients.
• Monitor vital signs and maintain accurate records.
• Swiftly report any changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Uphold a clean, safe environment to promote healing and well-being.

Education

6 months nursing assistant experience

Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within accredited nursing program

Successful completion of EH nursing assistant training within one month of hire

Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program

Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2004130 FLOAT POOL - MED SURG - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Are you interested in becoming a Nursing Assistant?

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Duluth, Minnesota on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior!

Education Qualifications:

Must meet ONE of the following requirements:

• 6 months of nursing assistant experience
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
• Successful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire
• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
• Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

Essentia Health offers a Nursing Assistant Foundation course as well as on the job training for individuals interested in pursuing a Nursing Assistant career within a hospital setting! As a Nursing Assistant, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, or Department Director, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Duties may vary by unit or department but typically involve:

• Assisting with personal hygiene and nutritional needs
• Offering comfort care and personalized assistance
• Safely transferring patients
• Monitoring vital signs and maintaining accurate records
• Swiftly reporting any changes in patient condition to the RN
• Upholding a clean, safe environment to enhance patient healing and well-being

Our Nursing Assistants work the following:

• 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

A variety of scheduling options are available!

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

CERTIFICATE/LICENSURE:

• BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long‑term financial security.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
• Benefit Eligibility: Employees who work 48 hours per pay period (0.6 FTE) are eligible for most benefits.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Rotating Shift (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Various Shifts

Shift End Time:

Various Shifts

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union Posting Deadline:

02/14/2024

Compensation Range:

$17.39 - $22.45

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].