Nursing Assistant (NA)/TeleSitter - Cardiac Telemetry - Full Time

Company : Essentia Health

Location : Fargo, ND, 58102

Posted Date : 28 October 2025

Job Type : Full Time

Category : Administrative Assistance

Occupation : Assistant

Job Details

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. 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:

Tele sitters monitor up to 12 patients/residents at a time. We utilize the EPIC and MatrixCare charting systems.

This position requires the ability to work the following schedule:

36 hours per week
12-hour rotating shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM and 7:00 PM–7:00 AM)
Every third weekend and participation in a holiday rotation

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certified Nursing Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health preferred, if no CNA, must be registered as a Nurse Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health within three months of date of employment.
BLS certification required within 3 months after hire.

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: 32nd Avenue Building

Shift Rotation: Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: 7pm | 7am/7pm | 7am

Hours Per Pay Period: 72

Compensation Range: $17.45 - $26.18 / hour

Union:

FTE: 0.9

Weekends: Every 3rd weeeknd

Call Obligations:

Sign On Bonus: