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Building Location: Essentia Virginia Care Center Department: 2103090 NURSING HOME - VIR SNF Job Description: Responsible for providing direct care to skilled nursing facility residents and for serving the needs of residents in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, within the scope of the nursing assistant role
Provides personal hygiene care, assists with providing for nutritional needs; recognizes and deals with the problems of the aging process, recognizes and promptly report changes in resident condition to shift nurse, and maintains a safe, clean, attractive, and neat environment for the residents
Must be aware of and prevent the abuse of vulnerable adults in the care of the Essentia Health skilled nursing facility Maintains awareness of safety issues and strives to accomplish all responsibilities in a safe manner
Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiates corrective actions.
none Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Certification/Licensure Requirements: Must pass the educational component and receive their certificate of completion within 4 months from date of hire as a student FTE: 0.6 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: FTE Flex D/E/N (United States of America) Shift Start Time: varies Shift End Time: varies Weekends: rotation Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: VA Hospital AFSCME Service Workers (VAHOSPAIDE) Union Posting Deadline: 07/7/2026 Compensation Range: $19.22 - $24.30 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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