Nursing Assistant- Pediatric General Medical/Surgical (New Unit), Part time

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Weekend differential

Evening differential

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, Wisconsin is hiring a Nursing Assistant (CNA) for an evening, 0.6 FTE role (approx. 24 hours/week). Shifts run 3pm–11:30pm with every third weekend and holiday rotation. Eligible to receive a $1800 sign-on bonus, plus weekend and evening differentials and standard benefits.

Join our team to support RNs on the unit, assist with daily activities, mobility, and patient comfort while engaging with patients and families in a caring environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical care and basic nursing procedures per hospital policies.
• Assist with activities of daily living, repositioning, transfers and patient mobility.
• Engage with patients and families to deliver high-quality care and support.

Skills

Nursing assistant skills

ADL assistance

Teamwork

Education

Wisconsin approved Nurse Aid Training Program

Job description

Work Schedule

0.6 FTE, 24 hours/week. This is an Evening position, working 8-hour shifts of 3pm-11:30pm, every third weekend. 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.

You may be eligible for a $1800 sign on bonus.

Additional components of pay include:

• Weekend differential
• Evening differential

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 the unit.
• Provide direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. NAs 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.
• 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 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.

Job Description

UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin-also a Magnet-designated facility-provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children's Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.