Job Description:
Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state’s top vacation destinations. Brainerd-Baxter is home to 65,000 year-round residents and is located in one of the fastest growing counties in the state. If you are looking for: - The opportunity to make a difference in patients' life by providing personal care and helping them with their everyday needs - To work under amazing leaders who will guide you and help you achieve your goals, the goals of the department and the mission and culture of Essentia Health - A workplace where you will feel valued and appreciated
Education Qualifications:

As a Nursing Assistant, you are responsible for providing direct care to patients and serving the needs of patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director (possibly with guidance from an LPN) to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.

Duties will vary by patient care unit/department and include but are not limited to:

- Providing personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs

- Providing comfort care and other assistance

- Appropriately and safely transferring patients

- Taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping

- Recognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RN

- Maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program OR current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry OR Successful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire

• BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date

Pay Range
$17.32 - $21.67 / hour

The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.

Union
St Josephs SEIU Local 113 (STJSEIU)

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.