Job Description

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 (possibly with guidance from an LPN) 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:

Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program or current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry or six months of NA experience.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 1 month from date of hire.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit 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, time off, holidays, 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.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.

Job Location: Essentia Virginia Hospital

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

Shift Start/End: 0700,1500,2300/0730,1530,2330

Hours Per Pay Period: 0

Compensation Range: $17.77 - $23.28 / hour

Union: VA Hospital AFSCME Service Workers (VAHOSPAIDE)

FTE: 0

Weekends: per casual agreement

Job Tags

Holiday work, Part time, Casual work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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