CNA Certified Nursing Assistant Same Day Surgery -West Allis

Advocate Aurora Health; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health system in Wisconsin is seeking a full-time Nurse Aide to assist RNs with patient care in the Day Surgery Center. This role includes responsibilities such as vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and performing basic medical tasks under supervision. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Educational assistance

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA within 45 days required.
• Nurse Aide in good standing with the State Registry required.
• Education at the level of GED, HSED, or High School Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Assists RN with daily patient care including bathing, ambulation, and vital signs.
• Participates in admission, transfer, and discharge processes under RN supervision.
• Practices infection prevention policies and supports nutritional tasks.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

GED, HSED, or High School Diploma

Job description

Department: 37707 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Day Surgery Center

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: View Details

Major Responsibilities:

• Assists RN with daily patient care including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders, ambulation, use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion, and special transferring as indicated.
• Measures and documents vital signs, intake and output, weights, and other data; records accurately in EMR.
• Performs purposeful rounding and communicates observations to RN; documents appropriately.
• Participates in admission, transfer, and discharge processes under RN supervision, including room setup and patient belongings management.
• Collects specimens and performs point-of-care testing using approved procedures; maintains competency.
• Performs errands, maintains supplies, cleans equipment and work areas.
• Assists with patient positioning and transportation, including lifting and pushing/pulling with proper technique and assistive devices.
• Supports nutritional and skin integrity tasks under RN direction; manages patient supplies and appliances.
• May remove IVs, provide post-mortem care, and perform bladder scans as directed by RN and site requirements.
• Practices infection prevention policies, including hand hygiene and sterile procedures.
• Provides age-appropriate care, understanding growth and development principles, and interprets patient data accordingly.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA within 45 days.
• Nurse Aide in good standing with the State Registry.

Education Required:

• GED or HSED, or High School Diploma.

Experience Required: None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Maintain annual educational requirements for hospital certifications.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs., and perform physical tasks with proper technique.
• Must have functional vision and hearing.
• Exposure to hazards and need for protective clothing as necessary.

This job description provides a general overview of the role and may include other duties as required.

Pay Range: $20.40 - $30.60

Our Commitment to You:

• Competitive salary, benefits, and well-being programs.
• Paid Time Off, health benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance, and more.

About Advocate Health: Advocate Health is a large nonprofit health system, serving nearly 6 million patients, with a focus on clinical innovation, health outcomes, and community benefits. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, it employs 155,000 teammates across numerous hospitals and care locations.