Nursing Assistant
Essentia Health
Nursing Assistant
Essentia Health
Nonprofit integrated healthcare for rural areas
6 months of nursing assistant experience
Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
Successful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire
Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
Essentia Health offers a Nursing Assistant Foundation course as well as on the job training for individuals interested in pursuing a Nursing Assistant career within a hospital setting! As a Nursing Assistant, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, or Department Director, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Duties may vary by unit or department but typically involve:
Assisting with personal hygiene and nutritional needs
Offering comfort care and personalized assistance
Safely transferring patients
Monitoring vital signs and maintaining accurate records
Swiftly reporting any changes in patient condition to the RN
Upholding a clean, safe environment to enhance patient healing and well-being
Our Nursing Assistants work the following:
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
A variety of scheduling options are available!
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):
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.
Benefit Eligibility: Employees who work 48 hours per pay period (0.6 FTE) are eligible for most benefits.
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Compensation Range:
$17.39 - $22.45Employee 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.Nonprofit integrated healthcare for rural areas
Essentia Health is a non-profit, integrated health system serving rural areas in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota, with 14 hospitals and 79 clinics plus long-term care and ambulatory services. It delivers care through hospitals, clinics, and digital health tools, including telehealth, and earns revenue from patient services, with about 40% tied to value-based care linked to outcomes and costs. The system combines scale with a rural focus, operates as a physician-led, not-for-profit organization, and reinvests profits into community health, supported by a Level 3 NCQA Accountable Care Organization. Its goal is to improve health outcomes and access for rural populations while controlling costs through integrated care and value-based payment models.
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