Patient Care Assistant

AHS Allina Health System; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join our team in Saint Paul, MN. Under RN supervision, you will assist with direct patient care, perform phlebotomy draws as delegated, and help with vital signs, ADLs, and basic treatments.

This role involves 8-hour day/evening shifts with occasional weekends and benefits from SEIU-4 union contract. You will support patient comfort, transport, room turnover, and data collection while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience to meet required functional competencies.
• Six months nursing assistant experience or CNA program
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of patient care under RN supervision.
• Perform phlebotomy draws as delegated from the lab.
• Collect and document vital signs and observations.
• Assist with activities of daily living (feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming).
• Transport medications and assist with room turnover as needed.
• Support RN with admissions, transfers, discharges and care procedures.

Skills

Vital signs

Personal care

Phlebotomy

Patient transport

Documentation

Education

CNA program completion

Clinical rotations in nursing program

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location Address: 333 Smith Ave N Saint Paul, MN 55102-2344 Date Posted: November 10, 2026 Posting Expiration Date: November 18, 2026 Department: 34003242 Perianesthesia Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 32 Union Contract: SEIU-4-United Service Workers-SUH Weekend Rotation: Occasional

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

.8 FTE (64 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day/evening shifts Occasional 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. This position is also accountable for performing phlebotomy draws as delegated from the lab.

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.
• Assists patient with grooming and hygiene needs, maintains skin integrity, personal comfort and population specific needs of the patient.
• Distributes and sets up water, snacks and patient trays and assists patients.
• Cleans up after service/activity/observation is completed.
• Provides assistance to the RN with basic treatments and procedures, which include but are not limited to PT/OT, Respiratory, empty tubes, and drains and removing foleys.
• Provides assistance to the RN for admission, transfer or discharge of patients.
• Performs hourly rounding.
• Collects and saves specimens.
• Perform phlebotomy draws according to hospital standards.
• Perform Lab tests, which could include blood glucose monitoring and Point of Care (POC) Urine Pregnancy Test.
• May transport medications excluding controlled substances within the site.
• May assist with room turnover which could include cleaning and restocking.
• May participate as a Runner which entails supporting the staff with obtaining and delivering equipment, instruments or specimens.
• 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 be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description. Must meet one of the following requirements:

• Six months of nursing assistant experience
• Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program
• Completion of one (1) semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Licenses/Certifications

Must meet at least 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: $21.82 to $28.25 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. 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.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community.

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer. Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov).