Nursing Assistant Inpatient - Med/Surg

Sanford; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Marshfield, WI is hiring a Nursing Assistant (NA) to support patient care during scheduled shifts. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, observing patients, and reporting to RN or LPN.

You will help with bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility; record vital signs; prepare rooms and equipment; and provide one-on-one care when needed. A CNA is preferred; HS diploma or GED acceptable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a CNA, must be on the ND Nurse Aide Registry within four months from the date of initial employment.
• If working in Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and daily living assistance under RN/LPN supervision.
• Record vital signs and basic health information.
• Collect non-invasive specimens as needed.
• Prepare treatment areas and clean equipment.
• Perform light clerical tasks related to scheduling and documentation.
• Provide one-on-one care to patients when required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

12

Compensation:

Salary Range: $35.00 - $48.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The NA provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities; bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information.

Will collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.
• If working in Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility or a student nurse, currently enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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