Building Location:Northern Pines Medical Center
Department:2063240 MED SURG - NPMC 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. 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.
If for location Essentia Deer River Hospital, use this summary:
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.
Along with organizes, and implements the non-nursing functions of assigned unit(s) to facilitate workflow, enhance unit productivity, and provide excellent customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff. Position promotes efficient unit function and indirect resident care. Performs clerical and reception duties; requisition supplies, equipment, and services as directed; assist with scheduling.
Education Qualifications:
East Market (Excluding WI): Must meet one of the following requirements:
- 6 months of nursing assistant experience
OR
- Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
OR
- Successful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire
OR
- Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
OR
- Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
West Minnesota and Wisconsin Locations:
- Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program OR current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry
North Dakota Locations:
- Certified Nursing Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health preferred. If not certified as a Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nurse Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health within 3 months from date of employment.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Certification/Licensure Requirements:
East and Central Market:
- BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date
West Market:
- BLS certification required within 3 months of hire
FTE:0
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:varies
Shift End Time:varies
Weekends:varies
Holidays:No
Call Obligation:No
Union:Northern Pines Hospital AFSCME (NPAFSCME)
Union Posting Deadline:04/7/2025
Compensation Range:
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Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*:
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Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.
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Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
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Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
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Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
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Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.
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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, six ambulance services, 24 retail pharmacies, and one research institute