Telesitter (Onsite)

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2004340 TELESITTERS - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Come Join our Telesitter Team!

You will be 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.

Education 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

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

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

• Verifiable completion of a recognized nurse aide training program

• Current registration on applicable state nursing assistant registry

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.

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:

6am, 2pm, 10pm

Shift End Time:

2:30pm, 10:30pm, 6:30am

Weekends:

yes

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)

Union Posting Deadline:

02/7/2026

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.