Nursing Assistant- Ortho/Urology (48 hours per pay period)

Building LocationSt Marys Medical Center Department13260 Nursing
– Ortho/UrologyJob Description:Are you looking to make a difference in someone’s life?

Essentia Health is currently recruiting for a Nursing Assistant Position.

You will be 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 with the Minnesota Department of HealthLicensure/Certification Qualifications: East and Central Market: BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.FTE0.6 Shift RotationDay/Eve/Night Rotation Shift Start Timevaries Shift End Timevaries Weekendsy HolidaysYes Call ObligationNo UnionSMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW) Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, and background check.

Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.