CNA's Needed – Multiple Wisconsin Correctional Facilities

State of Wisconsin; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift flexibility

Job summary

State of Wisconsin is seeking dependable CNAs to provide direct patient care within Wisconsin correctional healthcare facilities. The role requires current Wisconsin CNA certification and BLS, with a minimum of two years of CNA experience.

You will work with nursing and medical staff to support patient needs, monitor conditions, and help maintain safety and confidentiality in a secure facility. AM, PM, and NOC shifts are available.

Qualifications

• Current, active CNA certification in Wisconsin or eligibility to meet the state's certification requirements.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum of two years of professional CNA experience.
• Recent CNA work experience within the past 12 months.
• Experience providing direct patient care in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respirations.
• Observe patients for changes in physical or mental condition and promptly report concerns to nursing staff.
• Assist patients with mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers.
• Maintain patient safety, comfort, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Assist with specimen collection and other delegated clinical tasks within CNA scope of practice.
• Follow infection control procedures and maintain a clean, safe healthcare environment.
• Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with nurses, healthcare personnel, and correctional staff.
• Follow correctional facility policies, security procedures, and established safety protocols.
• Maintain professional boundaries when interacting with incarcerated individuals.

Skills

Vital signs knowledge

Infection control

Patient safety

Documentation skills

Communication

Education

CNA certification (Wisconsin)

BLS certification

Job description

We are seeking dependable, compassionate, and patient-focused Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to provide direct patient care within multiple Wisconsin correctional healthcare facilities. This opportunity is ideal for CNAs who are comfortable working in a structured, secure environment and are committed to maintaining high standards of patient care, safety, and professionalism.

CNAs will work alongside nursing and medical staff to support patient needs, assist with daily activities, monitor patient conditions, and help maintain a safe and organized healthcare environment. Correctional experience is a plus but is not required for candidates who are comfortable working in a secure facility.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.

Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.

Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respirations.

Observe patients for changes in physical or mental condition and promptly report concerns to nursing staff.

Assist patients with mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers.

Maintain patient safety, comfort, dignity, and confidentiality.

Assist with specimen collection and other delegated clinical tasks within CNA scope of practice.

Follow infection control procedures and maintain a clean, safe healthcare environment.

Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner.

Communicate effectively with nurses, healthcare personnel, and correctional staff.

Follow correctional facility policies, security procedures, and established safety protocols.

Maintain professional boundaries when interacting with incarcerated individuals.

Experience/Qualifications

Current, active CNA certification in Wisconsin or eligibility to meet the state's certification requirements.

Current BLS certification.

Minimum of two years of professional CNA experience.

Recent CNA work experience within the past 12 months.

Experience providing direct patient care in a healthcare setting.

Knowledge of vital signs, infection control, patient safety, and basic nursing care.

Ability to assist patients with activities of daily living and mobility needs.

Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and documentation skills.

Ability to work independently while following established care plans and nursing instructions.

Ability and willingness to work in a secure correctional healthcare environment.

Must be able to complete all required background checks, screenings, and facility onboarding requirements.

What's in It for You?

AM, PM, and NOC shifts available.

Opportunity to gain valuable experience in correctional healthcare.

Competitive hourly compensation.

Work alongside a healthcare team dedicated to providing quality patient care.