Nursing Assistant, Outpatient Surgery Center

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Ladysmith, Wisconsin is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support nursing staff in an outpatient setting. This PRN position offers day shifts and varying weekly hours, with responsibilities including taking vital signs, preparing treatment areas, and assisting with patient care.

Ideal candidates have a CNA preference and a high school diploma or GED; six months’ clinic experience is preferred. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of six months’ experience preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred and required registries may apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities under RN/LPN supervision.
• Take vital signs and document accurately.
• Maintain stock of medical supplies and prepare treatment areas.
• Perform clerical tasks related to scheduling and documentation.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Nurse Aide Registry

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Ladysmith
Location: Ladysmith, WI
Address: 1200 Port Arthur Rd, Ladysmith, WI 54848, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: 16.50 - 24.00

Department Details

Anticipated hours for this PRN/casual position is approximately once per week, 6-8 hours on high volume days. Day of the week varies.

Job Summary

The Nursing Assistant (NA) assists nursing personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients in the outpatient setting. Performs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Assist with clinical duties as delegated within roles and responsibilities, personalized training and competency, and needs of specific outpatient setting. Assists with taking vital signs. Maintains stock of medical supplies needed for nurse or physician. Complies with all patient duties assigned. The Nursing Assistant serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Provide assistance with basic health care needs including rooming the patients, daily living activities; emotional and spiritual needs. 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 areas or treatment rooms.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Minimum of six months’ experience preferred. Experience in a clinic setting preferred.

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 Aid Registry with current work eligibility.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0271850
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No