Nursing Assistant

Essentia Health • Duluth, MN • 3h ago

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 Inpatient Rehab Unit at Essentia Health Duluth - Miller Dwan!

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:

48 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.

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

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.

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 D - Miller Dwan Medical Center - EH Duluth

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: 48

Compensation Range: $17.83 - $23.55 / hour

Union: Miller Dwan UFCW (MDUFC)

FTE: 0.6

Weekends: yes

It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.

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