Nursing Assistant - Float Pool
Company: Essentia Health
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: March 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job 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. Education Qualifications: 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 - Maintaining a safe, clean environment
for patients to promote the healing process. This position MUST be
able to work the following: - 24 hours per 2 weeks - Every Other
Weekend - Rotating 8 Hour Shifts - Night Shift: 10:00PM - 6:30AM
Licensure/Certification Qualifications: - BLS certified or ability
to become certified within 1 month from hire date ?Must meet ONE of
the following requirements: - 6 months of patient care 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 Essentia Health is an integrated
health system serving patients in Minnesota, North Dakota, and
Wisconsin. Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health
combines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees,
including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practitioners,
who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being
called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. Essentia
Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the
values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship,
and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a
patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 78 clinics, six long-term
care facilities, six assisted living and independent living
facilities, 7 ambulance services, 27 retail pharmacies, and one
research institute. Employee 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. Job Location: Essentia Virginia
Hospital Shift Rotation: Permanent Night Rotation (United States of
America) Shift Start/End: 10:00PM - 6:30AM/ Hours Per Pay Period:
24 Compensation Range: $18.17 - $23.80 / hour Union: VA Hospital
AFSCME Service Workers (VAHOSPAIDE) FTE: 0.3 Weekends: Every Other
Weekend Call Obligations: Sign On Bonus:
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