Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and dental coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, Wisconsin invites applications for a Nursing Assistant (CNA) on an inpatient Medical Surgical unit. The CNA provides direct patient care, assists with activities of daily living, patient transfers and mobility, and performs ECGs as needed.

Join a hospital that emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care, with opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care facility preferred.
• Licensed as a Nurse Assistant in Wisconsin; CMA/TMA certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Be a supportive partner with Registered Nurses on an inpatient Medical Surgical unit and provide care to both medical and surgical patients.
• Provide direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Assist with activities of daily living, repositioning, transfers, patient mobility, and ECGs.
• Interact with visitors, patients, and their family members to establish trust and provide high quality care.

Education

High School Diploma or GED Preferred

Wisconsin Nurse Assistant Registry Upon Hire

CMA or TMA Certification Upon Hire

Tools

None

Job description

Work Schedule

Full time, 1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week. Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:00am-7:30pm. Wednesdays and Fridays 7:00am-3:30pm. Holiday rotation required. 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.

• This position includes a sign on bonus of up to $3,000. (pro-rated on the FTE of the position)

Be part of something remarkable

Join our team - 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) to:

• Be a supportive partner with Registered Nurses on an inpatient Medical Surgical unit and provide care to both medical and surgical patients.
• Provide direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. You'll assist with activities of daily living, repositioning, transfers, patient mobility, and intentional rounding and performing 12 lead ECGs.
• Interact and engage with visitors, patients, and their family members to establish a trusting relationship to provide high quality care.
• Join a state-of-the-art facility that takes innovation to a whole new level.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• 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

• High School Diploma or GED Preferred

Work Experience

• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care facility Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Listed on the State of Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry Upon Hire Required and
• Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Trained Medication Aide (TMA) Upon Hire 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.

East Madison Hospital

East Madison Hospital is UW Health's newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.