Nursing Assistant - Peds Pre/Post PACU

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Flexible schedules

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA/NA) to support Registered Nurses and provide direct patient care. You will assist with daily living activities, patient mobility, and rounding, in a patient-centered environment.

The position offers 90% FTE with shifts ranging from 6am-4:40pm, 6am-2:30pm, and 7am-3:30pm. A sign-on bonus up to $2700 may be available for external hires, alongside strong benefits and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of State of Wisconsin Approved Nursing Assistant program (Required).
• 1 year recent Nursing Assistant experience preferred.
• Listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide Registry Upon Hire (Required).
• BLS/CPR certification within 3 months (Required).

Responsibilities

• Be a supportive partner with Registered Nurses.
• 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 rounding.
• Interact with visitors, patients, and family members to establish a trusting relationship and provide high-quality care.

Skills

Nursing Assistant

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Education

Wisconsin approved CNA program

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Work Schedule: 90% FTE - Monday- Friday, working a mix of 8 or 10-hour shifts of 6am-4:40pm, 6am-2:30pm, and 7am-3:30pm. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay: External hires may be eligible for up to a $2700 sign on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).

Be part of something remarkable!

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 a supportive partner with Registered Nurses.
• 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, 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 benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of State of Wisconsin Approved Nursing Assistant program Required

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

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.