Nursing Assistant -Pre/Post & PACU

UW Health • Madison, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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:

Cross train as a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC). Coordinate with Nursing
Supervisors, assist with patient placement needs of ICU, IMC, general care,
or outpatient placement. Communicate with units and ancillary staff.

Settle surgical/post-anesthesia patients, obtain vitals, reposition patients, set up suction, assist with airway, empty drains, empty foleys - per RN request, assist with normoglycemia protocol.

Assist with activities of daily living, patient transport, intentional rounding, stocking, and ordering equipment.

Interact and engage with visitors, patients, and their family members to establish a trusting relationship to provide high quality care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and Graduate of State of Wisconsin Approved Nursing Assistant program Required
• Listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry Upon Hire Required
• BLS/CPR certification within 3 months Required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year recent experience as a Nursing Assistant Preferred

Responsibilities

• Cross train as a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC). Coordinate with Nursing Supervisors, assist with patient placement needs of ICU, IMC, general care, or outpatient placement. Communicate with units and ancillary staff.
• Settle surgical/post-anesthesia patients, obtain vitals, reposition patients, set up suction, assist with airway, empty drains, empty foleys - per RN request, assist with normoglycemia protocol.
• Assist with activities of daily living, patient transport, intentional rounding, stocking, and ordering equipment.
• Interact and engage with visitors, patients, and their family members to establish a trusting relationship to provide high quality care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees