Nursing Assistant - First Day Surgery – 90% FTE, Day/Evening

UW Health • Madison, WI

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About The Position

We are seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA, NA) to:
Cross train as a Desk Assistant, admit patient to Health Link, assist with
managing next day operating room schedule and communicate with units, and
ancillary staff.
Be knowledgeable and assist with room/equipment preparation prior to
surgeries.
Coordinate preventative equipment maintenance in accordance with safety
standards.
Arrange specimen transport and testing for the Operating Room.
Assist with patient positioning, patient transport, intentional rounding,
stocking, and ordering equipment.
Help maintain high patient care standards in a surgical services setting.

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 Desk Assistant, admit patient to Health Link, assist with managing next day operating room schedule and communicate with units, and ancillary staff.
• Be knowledgeable and assist with room/equipment preparation prior to surgeries.
• Coordinate preventative equipment maintenance in accordance with safety standards.
• Arrange specimen transport and testing for the Operating Room.
• Assist with patient positioning, patient transport, intentional rounding, stocking, and ordering equipment.
• Help maintain high patient care standards in a surgical services setting.

What This Job Offers

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