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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted support services roles in Grand Forks, North Dakota rates. This role sits in the 50th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about level with the Grand Forks, North Dakota median for support services roles.
The Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care, including assisting with admissions, discharges, and daily living activities under the direction of a licensed nurse. They are responsible for monitoring patient conditions, recording vital signs, and communicating any changes or symptoms to the nursing staff immediately.
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Location
Altru Professional Center 4400 S. Washington St.
Grand
Forks,
ND 58201
Pay
Range: $17.07 - $25.60
Summary: The Nursing Assistant works under the direction of a licensed nurse in the provision of direct patient care including the admission and discharge process. The Nursing Assistant assists or performs procedures according to physician order and nursing delegation, based on validation and skill level. The position identifies changes in patient's condition and communicates these changes to the Nurse immediately. Provides assistance with basic cares, transporting and patient transfers.
Essential
Job
Functions: Contributes to and assists in implementing plan of care that reflects the patient's physical, psychological, social, educational, developmental and rehabilitative needs based on patient's age, ethnic origin, economic status, lifestyle, creed or philosophical beliefs. Demonstrates competency and ability to carry out department specific functions in accordance to the department's standards of care, policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department/organization. Contributes to the assessment of the health status of patients, including interactions with patient's family members by collecting basic subjective and objective data from observations and interviews, including taking vital signs and reporting and recording appropriately. Identifies basic signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status and provides basic information which licensed nurses use in identification of problems and needs. Reports the patient's self-report/symptoms of pain promptly according to standard operating procedure.
Certification
Nurse Aide | North Dakota Board of Health | Within 4 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System
Language Requirements
This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
Physical Demands
Sit: Occasionally (5-33%)
Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
Benefits
Paid time off
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Education assistance
401(k) retirement plan
Dental plan
Vision plan
Health plan
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $26/hr
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Posted
Aug 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%)
Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
Crawl: Not Applicable
Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
See: Continuously (67-100%)
Hear: Continuously (67-100%)
Weight
Demands:
Lift
Floor to
Waist
Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
Slide/Transfer:
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Working
Conditions:
Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
Outdoor: Not Applicable
Extreme
Temperature:
Not
Applicable
Driving
Requirement
Definitions:
Professional
Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
Frequent
Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
Occasional
Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
Infrequent
Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.
Driving
Requirement for this position:
Infrequent
Driver
Reference ID: R8036 Making a real difference. For one another. To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart. Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)
Market context
Steady demand for certified nursing assistants
In North Dakota, Nursing Assistant roles are commonly tied to ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other patient-support settings, so employers often look for candidates who can start with the right credentials in place. This role is competitive because a high school diploma or GED, valid Nurse Aide registration, and quick BLS completion are required, and the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your registration status and be ready to complete AHA BLS within 45 days of hire.
