Nursing Assistant, Inpatient Operating Room, Nights

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, Wisconsin seeks a Nursing Assistant (CNA/NA) to support surgical services, including room/equipment prep and patient transport. The role operates 10-hour night shifts, with no weekends, and rotating holidays 1–2 per year. Night differential and a $3000 sign-on bonus are offered.

High school diploma and Wisconsin NA program completion are required; BLS/CPR within 3 months. Responsibilities include assisting with positioning, equipment coordination, and ensuring safety

Qualifications

• Graduate of State of Wisconsin Approved Nursing Assistant program Required
• High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred
• 1 year recent experience as a Nursing Assistant Preferred
• Listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry Upon Hire Required
• BLS/CPR certification within 3 months Required

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable and assist with room/equipment preparation prior to surgeries.
• Coordinate preventative equipment maintenance in accordance with safety standards.
• Arrange specimen transport and testing for the Inpatient Operating Room.
• Assist with patient positioning, patient transport, intentional rounding, stocking, and ordering equipment.
• Help maintain high patient care standards in a surgical services setting.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Safety-focused

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Wisconsin-approved Nursing Assistant program

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Work Schedule:

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week. Monday-Friday working four 10-hour shifts 8:30pm-7:00am. No call or weekends. Will rotate holidays 1-2 per year. Hours may vary based on operational needs of department.

Pay:

UW Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay.

Additional Components of pay include:

• Night Differential

You may be eligible for a $3000 sign on bonus.

Be a part of the REMARKABLE team where we consistently earn top honors for patient care and continually look for new and innovative ways to provide patient and family-centered care.

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

• Be knowledgeable and assist with room/equipment preparation prior to surgeries.


• Coordinate preventative equipment maintenance in accordance with safety standards.


• Arrange specimen transport and testing for the Inpatient Operating Room.


• Assist with patient positioning, patient transport, intentional rounding, stocking, and ordering equipment.


• Help maintain high patient care standards in a surgical services setting.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.


• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.


• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.


• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of State of Wisconsin Approved Nursing Assistant program Required
• High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year recent experience as a Nursing Assistant Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Listed on the 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.

Job Description

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University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that\'s ranked Wisconsin\'s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation\'s leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.