No more applications are being accepted for this job
- 0.75 FTE - 60 hours every two weeks
- 12-hour day/N shifts
- Every third weekend and holiday
- Care for a wide array of medical surgical patients with diagnosis such as CHF, COPD, cellulitis, weakness, infections as well as some medically stable patients
- Department with a strong teamwork model
- Great entry place for the hospital experience
- Gundersen's generous compensation and benefit package
- Starting pay of $17/hour + more for experience
- 40-hour flex overtime computation.
- Shift Differentials: PMs: $
- Wisconsin Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Assists with basic care for patients in the areas of nutrition, elimination, comfort, mobility and safety.
- Transports and transfers patients within the medical complex using appropriate equipment (ex. LIKO ceiling lifts) and utilizing safety precautions as indicated by the patient's health status.
- Assists nursing staff in lifting and ambulating patients using appropriate practice guidelines.
- Transports bodies to the morgue.
- Maintains environment and equipment and will locate and deliver appropriate equipment to Central Service and Maintenance departments.
- Works collaboratively with the health care team members to effectively communicate and document accurate information.
- Demonstrates dependability, organizational skills and effective use of time by setting priorities to complete delegated work within established time frames in accordance with unit CBO/P and unit guidelines.
- Demonstrates role accountability by adhering to Gundersen Health System Mission statement, policies and confidentiality standards.
- Assists in the orientation of new personnel.
- Participates in quality improvement activities in order to continuously improve patient care and unit operations. Participates in CNA meetings and unit staff meetings.
certified nursing assistant - La Crosse, WI , USA, United States - Gundersen Health System
Description
Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today.Schedule Weekly Hours:
30
To learn more about a career as a CNA, view this Day in the Life video.
The Medical Surgical (Heritage) Unit is a great place to work to get acclimated to working as a CNA in the hospital or a great place for experienced CNAs to bring their knowledge.
What you will do:
N12: 6:30PM - 7:00AM
What you will get:
75, Nights:
$1.75, Weekends:
$1.50
What you will need:
Job Description:
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for performing basic care of patients under the general supervision of an RN in the acute hospital setting.
The CNA is also responsible for transporting and transferring patients within the medical complex in a safe and efficient manner.
The CNA will also assist with data collection to facilitate the delivery of delegated nursing care.Major Responsibilities:
Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
No education required
DESIRED
High School Diploma or equivalency
Work Experience:
REQUIRED
No experience required.
DESIRED
2 years of previous CNA experience.
License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Wisconsin Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 30 days of hire
Age Specific Population Served:
Infant (less than 1 year)
Pediatric years)
Adolescent years)
Adult years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)
OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.
Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.
Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Walking/Standing Continually % or 8 hours)
Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Kneeling/Half Kneel Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Climbing Stair Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Reaching - Shoulder Level Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Below Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Above Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR- or call
Equal Opportunity Employer