CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - POST SURGICAL CARE UNIT

Aspirus Health • Wausau, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Aspirus Wausau Hospital is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join its Post Surgical Care Unit. The CNA is a member of the patient care team and assists with providing patient care under the general direction of a Registered Nurse. This is a full-time position at 0.9 FTE, or 72 hours biweekly.

The role 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; current registry status is 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 practice, and knowledge testing. Annual continuing education requirements apply.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital is the flagship of the Aspirus system and a regional referral center providing primary, secondary, and tertiary care. Its specialty services include cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics, cancer, trauma, women’s health, and spine and neurological care. Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin.

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 BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain Basic Life Support training through independent study, online manikin and knowledge testing.
• Meet annual accrual of CEUs/continuing education requirements per Education Council recommendation for the given year.
• For Home Health and Hospice roles, current CNA certification is required and must be maintained throughout employment; this qualification is stated for those roles.

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.
• Current Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry status.

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 are 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED