Nursing Assistant - Cardiac Stepdown Unit

Nursing Assistant - Cardiac Stepdown Unit

The Nursing Assistant assists the care team in providing age‑specific supportive, compassionate care and in ensuring a safe environment for customers and families. The role includes receiving direction and working with the care team to meet the defined goals of the customer, shift, department, and organization. The Nurse Assistant communicates with the health care team regarding progress, concerns, questions, or problems that arise, which is an essential element of the role.

Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s) and unit‑based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house‑wide nursing assistant requirements.

• Assist patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene
• Monitor vital signs and document findings
• Provide basic nursing care under supervision
• Communicate patient status and any changes to the nursing staff
• Support a safe and comfortable environment for patients and families

• High school graduate or equivalent required.

• Proficiency in oral and written English sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Skill in basic computer operation.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer. BLS certifications obtained online will not be accepted.
• Successful completion of a State of Minnesota administered certification exam for nursing assistants, or completion of one semester of clinical rotation within an accredited nursing program.

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the role (see policy NA0002).

• Health & Welfare Benefit Packages
• 401(k) Retirement Match or Pension Plan based on workgroup eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plans
• Adoption reimbursement up to $3,000 per child
• Child Care Discount Program – 10% off weekly childcare tuition
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center Access for all benefit‑eligible team members
• Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (non‑profit organization)

Hours per week: 64 Hours per pay period: 64 Shift: Day/Night, 8 hours Call requirement:
None Remote or On‑site:
On‑site FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt Salary Range: $21.32 - $28.15 per hour (based on experience) Shift differential may apply. Employment sponsorship:
Not available. Benefits Eligibility:
Health insurance benefits available for eligible positions.

North Memorial Health is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, status with respect to public assistance, or other protected class status. Reasonable accommodation is provided to disabled applicants and employees. The company is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and encourages candidates whose past experience does not perfectly align with each qualification to apply.