Mille Lacs Health System·South Harbor Township, Minnesota
Assists professional nursing staff in delivering personal care, hygiene, and nutrition to patients in an acute care setting. Responsible for monitoring patient changes, documenting care in EHR, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.
Summary This position is responsible for assisting the professional nurse in the delivery of patient care. Under the direction of the professional nursing staff the NAR provides personal care for assigned patients and is an integral part of the patient care team.
Job Duties Assists with the needs and comfort of patients including hygiene, nutrition, activity and treatments in accordance with the policies and procedures of Mille Lacs Health System.
Observes patients and communicates changes and/or needs to the Team Leader.
Documents patient cares in the Electronic Medical Record.
Cares include, but not limited to; vital signs, intake/output, meals, and activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, continence).
Maintains a safe, clean environment for patients and staff by following infection control and safety policies and procedures.
Supports and upholds the Patient's Bill of Rights.
Performs all duties as assigned.
Always uses appropriate lifting techniques when lifting/moving patients/equipment.
Uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is appropriate for the given task.
Reports accidents or incidents and safety hazards promptly.
Cleans equipment, spills, etc. as necessary.
Always uses appropriate equipment (i.e. transfer belts, Hoyer) when moving patients.
Ensures patient privacy by knocking, pulling privacy curtains & draping patient.
Ensures the dignity of the patient by consistently using respectful language.
Keeps patient rooms neat, clean, and orderly without prompting.
Keeps kitchenette neat, clean, and stocked without prompting.
Keeps hallways clear of food carts, equipment, etc.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee will comply with all Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) policies, including safety policies, procedures, and rules. All will be expected to report unsafe conditions to a member of management.
Required Education and Experience Registered with the MN Board of Nursing as a Nursing Assistant. Possession of attention to detail, organization, and prioritization skills. Computer skills and ability to document EHR.
Certifications Required Within 2 Months of Hire: o Basic Life Support (BLS)
Additional Eligibility Qualifications Professional written and verbal communication Expertise with computer-based data Customer/Client Focus Ethical Conduct Flexibility Initiative Personal Effectiveness/Credibility Stress Management/Composure Teamwork Orientation Technical Capacity Thoroughness Time Management Quality and Safety focused
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This position is scheduled Monday through Sunday with day/evening shifts, rotating weekends, and holidays.
Supervisory Responsibility Position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Mille Lacs Health System may obtain information about you from a third party consumer reporting agency for employment purposes. Thus, you may be the subject of a "consumer report" which may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and/or mode of living. These reports may contain information regarding your criminal history, social security verification, motor vehicle records ("driving records"), verification of your education or employment history, or other background checks.
You have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time, to request whether a consumer report has been run about you and to request a copy of your report. These searches will be conducted by Verified Credentials, LLC, 20890 Kenbridge Court, Lakeville, MN 55044, 800-473-4934, www.verifiedcredentials.com - https://www.verifiedcredentials.com. The scope of this disclosure is all-encompassing, however, allowing the Company to obtain from any outside organization all manner of consumer reports throughout the course of your employment to the extent permitted by law.
Must be registered with the MN Board of Nursing as a Nursing Assistant and obtain BLS certification within two months of hire. Requires proficiency in computer-based documentation and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Market context
In Minnesota, acute care Certified Nursing Assistant roles are commonly sought in hospitals and other inpatient settings where staffing needs can change quickly. Competition often centers on reliable shift coverage, comfort with computer-based documentation, and strong communication with patients and care teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your Minnesota nursing assistant registration and plan to complete BLS within two months of hire.
