Building Location:Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:14130 Float Pool - Med/Surg

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 experienceCompletion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing programSuccessful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hireVerifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training programCurrent 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 needsOffering comfort care and personalized assistanceSafely transferring patientsMonitoring vital signs and maintaining accurate recordsSwiftly reporting any changes in patient condition to the RNUpholding a clean, safe environment to enhance patient healing and well-being

Our Nursing Assistants work the following:

Every Other WeekendRotating 8 Hour ShiftsDay Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30PMEvening Shift: 2:00PM - 10:30PMOvernight Shift: 10:00PM - 6:30AM

A variety of scheduling options are available!

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

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:Variable Shift

Shift End Time:Variable Shifts

Weekends:Yes

Holidays:Yes

Call Obligation:No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:02/14/2024 11pm