Clinical Support Associate

About the role

Provides safe patient care as delegated by licensed nursing staff and maintains equipment and supplies per unit standard. Works on the Minneapolis 6th floor, a 33‑bed pediatric medical/surgical unit that cares for infants to young adults with acute and chronic medical conditions, including cystic fibrosis, respiratory conditions, non‑critical trauma, neurological conditions (medical and post‑op surgical recovery), and urological conditions (medical and post‑op surgical recovery). Patients are cared for by interdisciplinary teams that include child life, social work, integrative medicine, dietitians, case managers and other specialists. Average length of stay ranges from days to several weeks for a specialty diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe patient care as delegated by licensed nursing staff.
• Maintain equipment and supplies per unit standard.

Requirements

• Completed a nursing assistant course or equivalent experience, or completed a nursing or health‑care related clinical practicum course.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of previous Nursing Assistant experience or equivalent experience preferred.
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Skills

• Proficient communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Skills in basic computer operation.

Pay

The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full‑time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part‑time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full‑time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we consider a wide range of factors including market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

Benefits

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on‑call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.