Nursing Assistant- Pediatric General Medical/Surgical (New Unit), Part time
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports Registered Nurses on the Pediatric General Medical/Surgical unit by providing direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. The role includes helping patients with activities of daily living, repositioning, transfers, mobility, and intentional rounding. Nursing Assistants interact with patients, visitors, and family members to establish trusting relationships and provide high-quality, patient- and family-centered care. This is a part-time position at 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) on evening shifts, generally 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Hours may vary with departmental operational needs. The schedule includes every third weekend and a holiday rotation. Additional pay components include weekend and evening differentials. A $1,800 sign-on bonus may be available. The role is with UW Hospital and Clinics, supporting American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. The hospital provides specialized pediatric medical and surgical care in a healing environment designed for children and their families.
Requirements
- Graduate of a State of Wisconsin-approved Nurse Aid Training Program.
- One year of recent experience as a Nursing Assistant is preferred.
- Be listed on the State of Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry upon hire.
- Obtain BLS/CPR certification within three months.
Nice To Haves
- One year of recent experience as a Nursing Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Registered Nurses on the unit.
- Provide direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, repositioning, transfers, and mobility.
- Perform intentional rounding.
- Interact and engage with visitors, patients, and family members to establish trusting relationships and provide high-quality care.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement plans.
- Schedule and shift options offering flexibility and work-life balance.
- Access to resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department supporting emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition reimbursement for coursework associated with career advancement.
- Potential $1,800 sign-on bonus.
- Weekend differential.
- Evening differential.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
