Nursing Assistant - Training Provided

Essentia Health; United States; Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, Minnesota is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in a hospital setting. You will assist with hygiene, nutrition, comfort, and safe patient transfers while monitoring vital signs and documenting changes for the RN.

We offer on-the-job training, a foundation course, and opportunities for career growth, with various shift options and benefits including health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the listed nursing assistant qualifications.
• On-the-job training and Essentia Health Nursing Assistant program available.
• State registry verification required.

Responsibilities

• 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 changes to the RN
• Upholding a clean, safe environment to aid healing

Education

6 months nursing assistant experience

Completion of one semester of clinical rotations

EH Nursing Assistant training within one month

Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program

Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

BLS certification within 1 month from hire

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!

Duties

• 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

Shift Schedule

• 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!

FTE: 1

Work Arrangement

• 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: Union

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• CERTIFICATE/LICENSURE: BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.

Employee Benefits

• 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.

Compensation Range: $17.39 - $22.45

Posting Deadline: 02/14/2024

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Our Values

• Quality
• Hospitality
• Respect
• Joy
• Justice
• Stewardship
• Teamwork

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

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.