Nursing Assistant - Twin Orthopedics

The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for the delivery of optimum care to patients while in the Pre‑Op, PACU, Phase II, OR, and Procedure Room areas of the surgery center, under the supervision of registered nurses.

This is a casual role with a flexible schedule Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM, working out of our Crosstown Surgery Center in Edina.

• Assists with rooming patients, taking vital signs, documentation, changing patient into pre‑operative attire, and implementing warming measures, as necessary.
• Assists in transferring patients from Phase I to Phase II.
• Assists in patient discharge, including assisting patient to dress, and transporting to awaiting vehicle via wheelchair if indicated.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living in the ASC.
• Assists physician in procedure room, as needed.
• Initiates and independently follows all cleaning checklists and restocking of all patient care and work areas. Assists in maintaining inventory levels throughout the center.
• Floats readily between all areas providing help as needed.
• Prioritizes and provides care based on the individualized plan of care, flexible with staffing needs and assigned duties of the ASC.
• Applies principles of aseptic technique, standard and transmission precautions.
• Assists with data entry as needed.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of special needs for various age groups including child, adolescent, adult and geriatric when providing peri‑operative experience. Provides emotional support and comfort for patient/family members, as appropriate.
• Collaborates with other disciplines to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the surgical experience.
• Accountable for reporting occurrences through the center's established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events.
• Fosters the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor, as needed).
• Participates in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements.
• Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper, non‑wasteful use of surgery center resources.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Nursing Assistant Certification preferred.
• Current BLS certification or must complete it upon hire.

• Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience.
• The pay range displayed reflects full‑time compensation and will be prorated for employees working less than a full‑time schedule.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package. Employees working 30+ hours per week (60 hours per pay period) are eligible for our Medical (with Maternity Bundle), Dental & Vision plans, as well as Tuition Reimbursement. All employees, regardless of hours, are eligible for 401(k) with Profit Sharing, Employee Assistance Program, Lifetime Fitness Subsidy, Car Rental discounts, Home, Auto, & Pet insurance savings programs & more.

• Frequent lift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Must stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout the shift.
• Must frequently perform mandatory physical activities such as pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Must have visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.
• Must have auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.
• Must have manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, printer).

• Surgery Center

• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.
• Complete job‑required training.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g., HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.).
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance.
• Work in the clinic, office or surgery center during business hours.
• Travel independently throughout the clinic, office or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be…