Patient Care Assistant — Compassionate, Growth‑Focused

Altru; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Altru Hospital in Devils Lake, ND is seeking a Nursing Assistant to work under a licensed nurse, providing direct patient care including admissions and discharges. The role requires Nurse Aide certification within 4 months and BLS within 90 days, with English proficiency for clear communication with patients and staff.

The Nursing Assistant will monitor patient conditions, document findings, and assist with basic cares and transfers, ensuring safety and quality care per department standards.

Qualifications

• Nurse Aide certification required within 4 months of start date.
• BLS certification within 90 days of start date.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing plan of care reflecting patient needs.
• Take and record vital signs and report changes to nurse.
• Support basic patient cares, transportation, and transfers.
• Identify signs of deviations from health status and communicate with licensed staff.
• Assist with admission and discharge processes as directed.

Skills

Patient care

English proficiency

Vital signs

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Nurse Aide certification

Job description

Altru Hospital in Devils Lake, ND is seeking a Nursing Assistant to work under a licensed nurse, providing direct patient care including admissions and discharges. The role requires Nurse Aide certification within 4 months and BLS within 90 days, with English proficiency for clear communication with patients and staff.

The Nursing Assistant will monitor patient conditions, document findings, and assist with basic cares and transfers, ensuring safety and quality care per department standards.