CNA - Walk In Clinic - FT
How this pay compares
This posting states $17.85–$24.29 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Minnesota post a median of $23.67 an hour, the middle half $22.06–$24.56, across 340 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).
Certified nursing assistants in Minnesota: pay by town and employer
Union record
By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, unions bargain for workers at Sanford Health here: American Federation Of State City & Municipal Employees AFSCME Local 1851 at Bemidji, MN (711 workers, contract up for renewal 30 Sep 2026); American Federation Of State City & Municipal Employees 105-120 at Bemidji, MN (66 workers, contract up for renewal 30 Sep 2026). Each union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in one. Healthcare union contracts.
Workplace injuries
MN,Bemidji-Medical Center Campus-General Medical And Surgical Hospitals in Bemidji reported 79 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 2,997,846 hours worked: 5.3 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 1 of them describes violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
What Minnesota requires of a certified nursing assistant
Nursing Assistant on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry, from the Minnesota Department of Health, Nursing Assistant Registry.
- Training: at least 75 hours, 16 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Exam: Knowledge test and manual skills test; MDH contracts with Headmaster for the competency evaluation.
Certified nursing assistant jobs and requirements in Minnesota
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About the job
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Work Shift
Varies (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours
32
Compensation
Salary Range: $17.85 - $24.29
Union Position
Yes
Department Details
We are seeking a compassionate, self-motivated, and independent Nursing Assistant to join our dynamic team. This position is perfect for individuals at any experience level, whether you're seasoned in the field or just starting your career.
- Provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced walk-in clinic environment.
- Assist patients with routine care, including physical exams and checkups.
- Adapt to a dynamic work environment and effectively manage multiple tasks.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure the best patient outcomes.
Summary
Assists nursing personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Performs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Job Description
Assist with clinical duties as delegated within roles and responsibilities, personalized training and competency, and needs of specific ambulatory setting. Assists with taking vital signs. Maintains stock of medical supplies needed for registered nurse or physician. Complies with all patient duties assigned. The Nursing Assistant serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Provide assistance with basic health care needs including rooming the patients, daily living activities; emotional and spiritual needs. Will collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean patient areas or treatment rooms.
Qualifications
Must have good human relations and communication skills. Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the
licensed nurse. Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment
within the assigned service area.
Certification and registration with the Minnesota Board of Nursing Assistant Registry is preferred. Certification is required if designated by law (i.e. Home Care).
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
From Sanford Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Sanford Health
Sanford Health is a nonprofit rural health system with 60 (source: Sanford Health, About Sanford Health) hospitals, 315 (source: Sanford Health, About Sanford Health) clinic locations and 60,000 (source: Sanford Health, About Sanford Health) employees across the Dakotas, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Wyoming and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Source: Sanford Health, About Sanford Health
Based in Sioux Falls, SDHires in 9 statesPay on its listings: 72.9% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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