Nursing Assistant - .9 7a

Advocate Aurora Health • Kenosha, WI

269d • $20 - $30

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the Float Pool at Advocate Health is responsible for assisting Registered Nurses (RNs) with the daily care of patients. This includes tasks such as bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, and ambulation, as well as measuring and documenting vital signs and other patient data. The CNA will participate in the admission, transfer, and discharge processes, collect specimens, and perform various errands as directed. The position requires adherence to infection prevention policies and the ability to provide age-appropriate care. The role is part-time, requiring 24 hours per week, with shifts primarily during the night.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days.
• Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry.
• Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or High School Graduate.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation.
• Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs, I & O, daily weights, and other patient data as requested.
• Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family.
• Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN.
• Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing.
• Completes various errands including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports.
• Performs patient positioning and transporting duties utilizing proper technique and assistive devices.
• Maintains skin integrity and ensures special patient supplies are provided and maintained.
• May be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, and bladder scans under the direction of RN.
• Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED