Job DescriptionJob Description: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. 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, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process. Works 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 requirements.Sign On Bonus for New Hires: $1,500 *Restrictions may applyThis position will cover patient Specialty: Cardiovascular, Surgical, Neuro-Trauma, Burn, Medical ICU and IMC 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:Certificate Requirements: BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date.Must Meet One of the Following Qualifications:Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program or current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry.OR 6 months of nursing assistant experienceOR Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program OR Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program ORCurrent registration on applicable state nursing assistant registryOur Benefits are exceptional and Include:Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance ProgramPaid Personal Leave401k (with Essentia Health annual match)Life and Disability Insurance optionsAdoption AssistanceEmployee wellness programMedical & Dental insurance options***Like nowhere else:To learn more about Duluth and our surrounding areas: Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical CenterShift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start/End: D / E / N/D / E / NHours Per Pay Period: 32Compensation Range: $16.72 - $21.58 / hourUnion: SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)FTE: 0.4Weekends: YesCall Obligations:Sign On Bonus: