CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - SHORT STAY UNIT
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a member of the patient care team and assists with providing patient care under the general direction of a Registered Nurse. This role is on the Short Stay Unit at Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wausau, Wisconsin, and is part-time at 0.6 FTE, or 48 hours biweekly. The position requires knowledge of patient care standards and practices, typically gained through a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience, along with completion of a nursing assistant course. Prior listing on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry is required, with current registry status recommended. Current BLS certification is required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Clinical personnel must maintain BLS training through independent study, online manikin and knowledge testing. An acceptable program is the American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider course or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED. Annual CEUs or continuing education requirements apply according to the Education Council recommendation for the year.
Requirements
- Knowledge of patient care standards and practices, normally acquired through a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Completion of a nursing assistant course.
- Prior listing on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry is required; current registry status is recommended.
- Current BLS certification or obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Maintain Basic Life Support training through independent study, online manikin and knowledge testing.
- Complete annual CEUs or continuing education requirements per the Education Council recommendation for the given year.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a nursing assistant in an acute care setting.
- Previous work experience in a post-acute care setting or nursing home.
Responsibilities
- Assist with providing patient care under the general direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Maintain required BLS training and complete annual continuing education requirements.
Benefits
- Full benefits packages available for part-time and full-time status.
- PTO accrual from day one.
- Generous retirement plan with match available.
- Wellness program for employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
