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Building Location: Northern Pines Medical Center Department: 2063240 MED SURG - NPMC HOSP Job Description: Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives
This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve
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 Education Qualifications: Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Certification/Licensure Requirements: 6 months of nursing assistant experience Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date Our Benefits are exceptional and Include: Health Insurance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program Paid Time Off 401k (with Essentia Health annual match) Life and Disability Insurance options Adoption Assistance *** 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 13,500 employees, including 3,500 registered nurses & licensed practical nurses, 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, 70 clinics, six long-term care facilities, three assisted living facilities, three independent living facilities, five ambulance services and one research institute
Essentia Health is accredited as a level 3 Accountable Care Organization, the highest level of certification possible, by the National Committee for Quality Assurance
FTE: 0.6 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: varies Shift End Time: varies Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Northern Pines Hospital AFSCME (NPAFSCME) Union Posting Deadline:
Range: - 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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