Nursing Assistant - EHD Inpatient Rehab (Nights)

Nursing Assistant Opportunity at Essentia Health Duluth

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!

This position requires the ability to work the following:

• 56 hours every two weeks
• Every other weekend
• Rotating 8 hour shifts
• 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 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
• Completion of Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation course within 90 days of hire (excluding East Market, WI)

Employee benefits at Essentia Health include:

• 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.

FTE: 0.7

Possible remote/hybrid option

Shift rotation: FTE flex permanent night rotation (United States of America)

Shift start time: 10pm

Shift end time: 6:30am

Weekends: yes

Holidays: yes

Call obligation: no

Union: Miller Dwan UFCW (MDUFC)

Compensation range: $17.83 - $23.55