Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2003290 NURSING - BIRTHPLACE - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Are you looking to make a difference in someone's life?

Essentia Health is currently recruiting for a Nursing Assistant Position in our Birthplace.

You will be 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.
Your duties will vary by patient care unit/department
You will provide personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs, and providing comfort care and other assistance.
You will appropriately and safely transferring patients, taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping.
You will recognize and promptly report changes in patient condition to the RN, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.
You will work within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.

Education Qualifications:

No education requirement.

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

This position will work the following:

• 0.6 FTE
• 12 Hour Shifts
• Every third weekend

Be a part of a Healthcare organization that invests in you and your career.

Apply now and help us continue to raise the bar in patient care!

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

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

Must Meet One of the Following Qualifications:

6 months of nursing assistant experience

Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program

Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program

Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Varies

Shift End Time:

Varies

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)

Union Posting Deadline:

05/26/2026

Compensation Range:

$17.39 - $22.45Employee 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 (218) 576-0000.