Nursing Assistant-Acute Care Med-Surg Float Pool Job Duluth area,Minnesota USA,Nursing

Building

Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2004130 FLOAT POOL - MED SURG - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Duluth, Minnesota on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior. Apply now and help us continue to raise the bar in patient care! We are looking for a Compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our Med/Surg Float Pool at St Mary's Medical Center.

Education

Qualifications:

6 months of nursing assistant experience
Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program
Enrollment into the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation Course within 30 days of hire
Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program
Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

This position MUST be able to work the following:

48 hours every two weeks
Every other weekend
Rotating 8 Hour Shifts
Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
Evening Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm
Night Shift: 10pm - 6:30am

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

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $1,500

Restrictions may apply

Licensure/Certification

Qualifications:

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

If qualified through the Essentia Health Foundation Course East Market (Excluding WI):

Completion of Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation course within 90 days of hire

Employee Benefits:

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:

0.6

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

6am, 2pm, 10pm

Shift End Time:

2:30pm, 10:30pm, 6:30am

Weekends:

yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

Union:

SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)

Union Posting Deadline:

03/23/2026

Compensation Range:

$17.39 - $22.45

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 .

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