Nursing Assistant Medical Surgical

Location Address

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NWCoon Rapids, MN

February 24, 2026

Mercy 4 East Medical Surgical

Day/Night (United States of America)

12 hour shift

24

SEIU-4-Mercy Service Workers-SMC

Every 3rd

4 East, a 35-bed Medical Surgical unit, is a beacon of comprehensive care for both adult and pediatric patients. Our short average stays of 1-3 days, coupled with a balanced nurse-to-patient ratio, ensures efficient, individualized care. Our team, a blend of experienced and new nurses, fosters a positive culture of teamwork, making us a leader in patient care.

• 0.6 FTE (48 hours per two-week pay period)
• 12-hour day/night shifts
• Every 3rd weekend rotation

Under the direct supervision of a RN, assists in the delivery of patient care. This includes performing personal care such as feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, moving and transporting patients, or changing linens. Collects and documents vital signs and other observations of patients.

• Performs personal care/interventions as assigned.
  • Completes interventions according to identified critical elements of each procedure.
  • Answers patient call lights promptly for both assigned and other patients.
  • Distributes and sets up water, snacks and patient trays and assists patients.
  • Assists patient with grooming and hygiene needs, maintains skin integrity, personal comfort and population specific needs of the patient.
  • Provides assistance with ambulation, transfer, positioning and range of motion (ROM) according to activity order and needs of the patient.
  • Implements activities of fall prevention plan as specified in plan of care.
  • Collects and saves specimens.
  • Provides assistance to the RN for admission, transfer, discharge and post-mortem care.
  • May transport medications excluding controlled substances within the site.
• Observes, collects and documents health status data as assigned.
  • Completes measurements according to critical elements of policy/procedures, which may include: temperatures, radial pulses, blood pressures, respirations, weights, intake and output.
  • Reports immediately to the RN observations/health status data that are not within normal limits for the patient or are significantly changed.
  • Documents according to documentation guidelines.
• Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees.
  • Protects patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
  • Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Uses equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
  • May handle hazardous waste (identifies, segregates, and disposes of hazardous waste; ensures container integrity; knows emergency response procedures to spills, fires, and evacuation procedures).
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • 18 years of age OR
  • 17 years of age with high school diploma or GED
• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program OR
  • Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program OR
  • Completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program OR
  • Previous direct patient care experience

• Must meet one of the requirements below:
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association OR
  • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross OR
  • Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (
  * Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range: $20.71 to $26.97 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

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