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Building Location: St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes Department: 3063240 MED SURG - DL HOSP 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.
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.
This position requires the ability to work the following schedule: 24 hours per week 8 hour overnight shifts Every other weekend and holiday rotation Straight Night Shift Differential Hiring Incentive Eligible Position: Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $1500
Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program OR current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
BLS certification required within 3 months of hire. *** Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota
Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practitioners, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives
Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship, and Teamwork The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 78 clinics, six long-term care facilities, six assisted living and independent living facilities, 7 ambulance services, 27 retail pharmacies, and one research institute
FTE: 0.6 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Permanent Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 10:30pm Shift End Time: 7:00am Weekends: every other weekend Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: Yes Union: Union Posting Deadline:
Range: $17.63 - $26.45 Employee 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.
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