Nursing Assistant - Surgical Services

Company: UW Health
Location: Madison
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Work Schedule : Shifts are based on the department's operational needs and will be discussed during the phone interview.Pay :External hires may be eligible for up to a $3000 sign on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).NA Positions include a weekend and evening/night shift differential.Be part of something remarkableBe 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:Assist with activities of daily living, patient transport, intentional rounding, stocking, and ordering equipment.Be knowledgeable and assist with room/equipment preparation prior to surgeries.Coordinate preventative equipment maintenance in accordance with safety standards.Help maintain high patient care standards in a surgical services setting.Interact and engage with visitors, patients, and their family members to establish a trusting relationship to provide high quality care.At UW Health, you will have :An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. Full time benefits for part time work!Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.EducationGraduate of State of Wisconsin approved Nurse Aid Training Program RequiredWork Experience1 year of recent experience as a Nursing Assistant PreferredLicenses and CertificationsListed on the State of Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry Upon Hire RequiredBLS/CPR certification within 3 months RequiredOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionUW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet --designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.Job DescriptionUW Hospital and Clinics benefits

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