Patient Care Technician (CNA/NAR) - Birth Center - Nights

Northfield Hospital & Clinics; Northfield (MN); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 39 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, OTC

Résumé du poste

Northfield Hospital Obstetrics in Northfield, MN is hiring a part-time Nursing/Nursing Support role to partner with nursing staff and provide direct patient care and clerical support. This position serves pediatric to geriatric patients and requires compassion, reliability, and the ability to multi-task during night shifts.

You will perform daily care activities, assist with admissions and transfers, document care accurately, and help with unit safety and communications.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Registered in good standing with the Minnesota Department of Health Nursing Assistant Registry (NAR).
• AHA BLS for Health Care Providers within 6 months of hire.
• CPI certification within six months of hire.
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Ability to multi-task and professional demeanor.
• English communication skills.
• Prior nursing assistant or HUC experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct patient care and clerical support in the obstetrics unit.
• Observe and document patient status and report changes to RN.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Document daily activities and care provided; assist with meals and mobility.
• Communicate with patients and care team in a compassionate manner.

Connaissances

Patient care

Communication

Multi-tasking

Professional appearance

Formation

Nursing Assistant Certification (NAR)

Description du poste

Northfield Hospital Obstetrics

Northfield , MN

Nursing/Nursing Support

Part Time (.1-.74) , Night , 48hrs/2wks

Posted 10/20/2026

Title

Summary

Partners with nursing staff to provide direct patient care and clerical duties. Provides ancillary functions to support the daily operations of the unit. This position provides age-specific and developmentally appropriate care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Compensation

We are committed to providing wage ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on experience, education and internal equity considerations. The hourly wage range for this position is$20.27–$28.61. This range reflects the base payfor this position.

Key Accountabilities

Provides Patient Centered Care

• Makes observations/collects health status information in a timely manner per policies and procedures as delegated by the RN.
• Reports observations to RN. Immediately reports concerns, changes in patient condition that are outside normal parameters. To include: hydration, elimination, nutrition, mobility, mood, skin changes, pain, vital signs and any problems the patient is having.
• Performs personal care and interventions for patient needs as per policies and procedures and unit schedules. To include: baths, showers, backrubs, shampoos, shaves and foot care.
• Assists with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Provides and documents daily activities and care provided to patients accurately and in a timely manner. To include: assists with meals and feeding, ambulates, turns and positions patients, provides fresh water and between meal nourishments.
• Communicates effectively in a caring manner with compassion.
• Responds appropriately and in a timely manner to unit and patient calls and alarms.
• Provides for the comfort needs of patients and timed position changes to prevent pressure injuries.
• Performs weights and accurately records I & O, collects excretory specimens and obtains routine bedside blood glucose.

Contributes to a Safe Environment for Patients, Visitors and Staff.

• Provides and maintains a clean, safe patient care environment, stocking patient care supplies, cleaning patient reusable equipment, carts, and surfaces.
• Uses equipment and supplies safely and properly.
• Protects patients and self from infectious and communicable disease through proper use of universal precautions.
• Protects patients and self from injury during transfers, lifts, repositioning and transporting.

Clerical Tasks

• Handles unit communications, functioning as a receptionist, greeting patients and families, handling many types of telephone communications.
• Communicates with multidisciplinary health care team members to facilitate the exchange of information needed to secure patient services or plan for patient care.
• Review and processes Expanse orders that reflex to the HUC. Notifies appropriate nursing staff and/or department as needed.
• Schedules tests, procedures, and appointments as ordered.
• Perform other duties as directed from the Registered Nurse.

Ongoing Development

• Participates in learning activities and other opportunities for development.
• Maintains clinical competence.
• Works collaboratively with team to create a cohesive environment.

Required Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Registered in good standing with the Minnesota Department of Health Nursing Assistant Registry (NAR)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification for Health Care Providers within 6 months of hire
• Current Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months of hire
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Ability to multi-task
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written English
• Prior nursing assistant or HUC experience, preferred

Schedule

48 hours per pay period (0.6 FTE)

Every third weekend and every third holiday

Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage

Paid Time Off accrued starting on first paycheck

Medical, Dental, and Vision (discount plan) coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

Pension Plan ( PERA ) with 7.5% employer match

Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – PSLF +MN state programs for qualifying roles

Employer-Provided Certifications +Continuing Education

Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

About Us

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 1,000employees. We’re recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact.We’re proud to be named to Becker’s 2025 list of "100 Great Community Hospitals." Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon—along with Urgent Care locations in Northfield,Lakeville, and Farmington.We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 22locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here.

This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.