Nursing Assistant – Inpatient Float Pool

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Flexible schedules

Tuition benefits eligibility

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wisconsin seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care in various units. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities and collaborating with nurses. The ideal candidate will have a Wisconsin-approved Nurse Aid Training Program certification and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care. The position offers a flexible schedule and an excellent benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of State of Wisconsin approved Nurse Aid Training Program Required.
• Listed on the State of Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry Upon Hire Required.
• BLS/CPR certification within 3 months Required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and basic nursing procedures.
• Provide direct physical care under the supervision of registered nurses.
• Engage with patients and their families to provide high-quality care.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Assisting nurses

Education

Graduate of State of Wisconsin approved Nurse Aid Training Program

Job description

Work Schedule

Variable 8- and 12-hour shifts:

• Day/Evening: 7:00am-3:30pm, 7:00am-7:30pm, and 3:00pm-11:30pm.
• Evening: 3:00pm-11:30pm
• Evening/Night: 3:00pm-11:30pm, 7:00pm-7:30am and 11:00pm-7:30am.
• Every other weekend and rotating holidays.

Pay

• UW Health offers a competitive compensation; relevant work experience will be considered.
• External hires may be eligible for up a sign on bonus of up to $3000, pro-rated by FTE.
• Position includes a $2.75/hour permanent Float differential, $3.25/hour Weekend differential as well as shift differentials.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! As an experienced Nursing Assistant, take your direct patient care knowledge to the next level by growing your nursing skills as a part of our Inpatient Float Pool.

We are seeking a Nursing Assistant - (CNA, NA) to:

• Be a supportive partner with registered nurses on General Care, Intermediate Care, ICU and Critical Care units.
• Provide direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. CNA's will assist with activities of daily living, repositioning, transfers, patient mobility, and intentional rounding.
• Interact and engage with visitors, patients, and their family members to establish a trusting relationship to provide high quality care.

At UW Health, you will have

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health\'s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of State of Wisconsin approved Nurse Aid Training Program Required

Work Experience

• 1 year of recent experience as a Nursing Assistant Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Listed on the State of Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry Upon Hire Required
• BLS/CPR certification within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.