Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Nursing Assistant - Med Surge & Ortho

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBemidji, MN, USA$20.02 - $26.21In-person

About the Job

Requirements

Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology, and equipment within the assigned service area.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance with basic health care needs, including daily living activities; bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation and dining needs; and emotional and spiritual needs.
Administer delegated tasks and treatments.
Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed.
Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.
Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; and dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy.
Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.

Desired Qualifications

Certification and registration with the Minnesota Board of Nursing Assistant Registry is preferred. Certification is required if designated by law, such as for Home Care.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America)



Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Compensation:

Salary Range: 20.02 - 26.21





Union Position:

Yes



Department Details

Shifts are as following:
Three 12 hour shifts per week
Every third weekend and holiday commitment
Shift times are 7am - 730pm or 7pm - 730am

Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The NA provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities; bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Will collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.

Qualifications

Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area.

Certification and registration with the Minnesota Board of Nursing Assistant Registry is preferred. Certification is required if designated by law (i.e. Home Care).

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [email protected].

About the Company

Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Sanford Health is a large nonprofit health system that delivers hospital care, elder and post-acute services, and related health care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and senior care facilities across the Midwest. It operates by integrating multiple care settings into one system, supported by research and global health initiatives. Its model combines acute hospital care, long-term care, and post-acute services under a single organization, with a strong emphasis on philanthropy and mergers to expand reach and capabilities. The company differentiates itself through its breadth of services across the care continuum, extensive rural and regional presence, and a history of strategic mergers that create a full-spectrum care model rather than focusing on a single niche. Sanford Health’s goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible health care to communities, advance pediatric care and medical research, and extend health services through global clinics and partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.5M
Headquarters: Fargo, ND
Founded: 1894

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