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Hospital Nursing Assistant (Nights)

Riverwood Healthcare logoRiverwood Healthcare$18.25–$20.80/hrAitkin, MNFull TimePosted 3d ago
  • Nights
  • BLS
  • CNA certification

How this pay compares

This posting states $18.25–$20.80 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Minnesota post a median of $23.78 an hour, the middle half $22.06–$24.90, across 320 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in Minnesota earn a median of $22.44 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

About the Position

Provides compassionate and high-quality personal care and prescribed medical treatments to patients at Riverwood Health Care Center, in accordance with the scope of practice for a nursing assistant. Performs all duties under the supervision and delegation of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to established care plans and facility protocols.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Minimum

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
  • Current and active registration as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is highly preferred but not required for candidates who have already completed high school or obtained a GED.
  • If currently enrolled in high school, the individual must have an active CNA registration or obtain CNA certification within six (6) months of hire.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred; may be required upon hire based on departmental needs.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Current Nursing Assistant (NA) registration with the Minnesota State Board of Nursing highly preferred.
  • Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or ability to obtain during orientation.
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification preferred but not required.

What we offer

At Riverwood Healthcare, treating our patients well starts with treating our employees well. We provide a culture that reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff are welcoming and supportive of one another.

Depending on eligibility, there are a wide-variety of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, wellness benefits with on-site fitness center, and a time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Riverwood Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

About us

Riverwood Healthcare Center is a 25-bed Critical Access hospital with three full-service clinics in Aitkin, McGregor, and Garrison. Riverwood has recently expanded its footprint in Aitkin with a state-of-the-art surgical center.

Just two hours from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro, this is an opportunity to live and work where others play in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods and beautiful lakes country. Enjoy access to an abundance of natural wonders, including lakes, rivers and streams, state parks, wildlife refuges, and ATV and bike trails for all your outdoor recreational activities.

Nights: 6p-6:30p, every third weekend.

.9 (72 hours Per Pay Period)

From Riverwood Healthcare's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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