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Job Description

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Duluth, Minnesota on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior.Apply now and help us continue to raise the bar in patient care! We are looking for a Compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our Med/Surg Float Pool at St Mary's Medical Center!

Education Qualifications

Must meet one of the following requirements:

6 months of nursing assistant experience
Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
Enrollment into the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation Course within 30 days of hire
Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

This Position MUST Be Able To Work The Following

32 hours every two weeks
Every other weekend
Rotating 8 Hour Shifts
Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
Evening Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm
Night Shift: 10pm - 6:30am

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.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $1,500

Restrictions may apply

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

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

If qualified through the Essentia Health Foundation Course East Market (Excluding WI):

Completion of Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation course within 90 days of hire

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: 6am, 2pm, 10pm/2:30pm, 10:30pm, 6:30am

Hours Per Pay Period: 32

Compensation Range: $17.39 - $22.45 / hour

Union: SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)

FTE: 0.4

Weekends: yes

Call Obligations

Sign On Bonus:

Salary : $17 - $22

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