Telesitter (Onsite)

Building Location:6th Ave Building

Department:2004340 TELESITTERS - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:Responsible for observation and supportive care to an assigned patient to assure a safe and nurturing environment for those patients who may be deemed as a potential safety risk. Work Experience Previous experience in caring for patients or equivalent experience in a similar setting preferred, or the ability to demonstrate achievement of unit specific competencies.

Education Qualifications:

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Telesitters - ($16.40 - $21.74 per hour based off of experience)

Previous experience in caring for patients or equivalent experience in a similar setting preferred, or the ability to demonstrate achievement of unit specific competencies.

Nursing Assistant – ($17.39 - $22.45 per hour based off of experience)

Nursing Assistant Sign On Bonus for New Hires: $1,500

*Restrictions may apply

A Nursing Assistant hired into this role must meet one of the following requirements:

• 6 months of nursing assistant experience
• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program 
• Enrollment into the Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation Course within 30 days of hire
• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program 
• Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

If qualified through the Essentia Health Foundation Course East Market (Excluding WI):

• Completion of Essentia Health Nursing Assistant Foundation course within 90 days of hire

BOTH: BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date

FTE:0.7

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

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

Shift Start Time:D/E/N

Shift End Time:D/E/N

Weekends:yes

Holidays:Yes

Call Obligation:No

Union:SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)

Union Posting Deadline:08/31/2025

Compensation Range:

$16.40 - $21.74

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.