Nursing Assistant - Med​/Surg; Night Shifts

Position: Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg (Day and Night Shifts)

Building Location

St Josephs Medical Center

Department

4003240 MED SURG - SJMC

Job Description

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Brainerd and Baxter, Minnesota, where 465 lakes provide endless options for water sports and recreation. These cities, 125 miles north of Minneapolis, are at the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, one of the state’s top vacation destinations.

Education Qualifications

Must meet ONE of the following requirements:

• 6 months of patient care experience
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
• Successful completion of an EH provided Nursing Assistant training within one month of hire
• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
• Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

Work Schedule

• 64 Hours per pay period
• Every Other Weekend
• Rotating 8 Hour Shifts
• Day Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM
• Overnight Shift: 11:00PM - 7:30AM

Job Summary

As a Nursing Assistant, you are 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.

Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.

Duties

• 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
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• Health Coverage:
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
• Professional Development:
  Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Employee Wellness Programs:
  Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

FTE

0.8

Shift Rotation

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

7:00AM - 3:30PM

Shift End Time

11:00PM - 7:30AM

Weekends

Every Other

Holidays

Yes

Call Obligation

No

Union

St Josephs SEIU Local 113 (STJSEIU)

Union Posting Deadline

12/22/2025

Compensation Range

$18.02 - $25.91

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