Nursing Assistant CNA- WI Division Resource Team

Responsibilities

Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated; Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs, I & O, daily weights, and other patient data; documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR); Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN; Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings; ensures patient call light is always in reach and answers call-lights promptly; Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated; maintains competency as required; Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports; maintains and orders stock for nursing area; cleans equipment and work areas; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties requiring lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices; performs tasks related to nutritional needs under direction of RN; Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity including proper repositioning and skin care; ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained; Under direction of RN, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, and bladder scans; Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation; Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; assess data reflective of patient status and interpret information needed to identify patient's requirements relative to age-specific needs

Requirements

Active WI CNA in good standing; 1+ year acute/hospital experience (2+ years preferred); Must be able to travel to the following sites: St. Lukes, Southshore, Mount Pleasant, Summit, Kenosha, Lakeland, and Burlington; Must be able to support all medical centers in Zone 2: St. Luke's, St. Luke's South Shore, Washington County, Grafton, West Allis, Sinai and Zilber Hospice OR Aurora Psych Hospital; 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 in which the team member practices; 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; Maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others); Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance; Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs of force, perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; Must have functional vision and hearing; Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; protective clothing must be worn as necessary

Nice to have

2+ years acute/hospital experience

Benefits

Higher pay with Float + NOC differentials; Self-scheduling, no on-call; Variety, growth, and career-building experience; Competitive benefits; Only 2 holidays per year; $6/hour float differential; 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 and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program