What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg position at Essentia Health?
Job Description
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 to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. 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, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Education Qualifications
This position will work the following:
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 16,000 employees, including more than 2,450 physicians and advanced practitioners, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.
Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship, and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 80 clinics, six long-term care facilities, five assisted living and independent living facilities, 7 ambulance services, 29 retail pharmacies, and one research institute.
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: St Marys Hospital Superior
Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: 6:00AM - 2:30PM/2:00PM - 10:30PM/10:00PM - 6:30AM/
Hours Per Pay Period: 64
Compensation Range: $17.29 - $23.01 / hour
Union: SMHS AFSCME Local 1760 (SHAFS)
FTE: 0.8
Weekends: Every Other Weekend
Call Obligations
Sign On Bonus: 1,500
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 to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. 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, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Education Qualifications
This position will work the following:
- 64 hours per 2 weeks
- Every Other Weekend
- Rotating 8 Hour Shifts
- Day Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30PM
- Evening Shift: 2:00PM - 10:30PM
- Overnight Shift: 10:00PM - 6:30AM
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
- BLS certification required within 3 months of hire
- Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program OR current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 16,000 employees, including more than 2,450 physicians and advanced practitioners, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.
Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship, and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 80 clinics, six long-term care facilities, five assisted living and independent living facilities, 7 ambulance services, 29 retail pharmacies, and one research institute.
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: St Marys Hospital Superior
Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: 6:00AM - 2:30PM/2:00PM - 10:30PM/10:00PM - 6:30AM/
Hours Per Pay Period: 64
Compensation Range: $17.29 - $23.01 / hour
Union: SMHS AFSCME Local 1760 (SHAFS)
FTE: 0.8
Weekends: Every Other Weekend
Call Obligations
Sign On Bonus: 1,500
Salary : $17 - $23