Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) - Ortho/Med Surg (Full Time)

To search for more jobs, please CLICK HERE. Find more than a job. Find more in yourself. Find your calling. Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others. Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol. Building Location: St Marys Medical Center Department: 13260 Nursing - Ortho/Urology Job Description: Are you looking to make a difference in someone's life? Essentia Health is currently recruiting for a Nursing Assistant Position. • You will be 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. • Your duties will vary by patient care unit/department • You will provide personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs, and providing comfort care and other assistance. • You will appropriately and safely transfer patients, taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping. • You will recognize and promptly report changes in patient condition to the RN, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process. • You will work within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies. Education Qualifications: Our Benefits are exceptional and Include: ~Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program ~Paid Personal Leave ~401k (with Essentia Health annual match) ~Life and Disability Insurance options ~Adoption Assistance ~Employee wellness program ~Medical & Dental insurance options Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program or current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry. BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date. FTE: 1 Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: every other Holidays: Yes Call Obligation: No Union: SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW) Union Posting Deadline: