Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - MedSurg2 (Neuro Ortho)

Advocate Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for Medical/Surgical 2 (Neuro Ortho) at AMC Sheboygan County. This full-time position supports the nursing team in providing direct patient care on a medical-surgical unit specializing in neurology and orthopedic patients.

Clinical Setting

You will work on a 36-bed medical-surgical unit caring for patients with neurological and orthopedic conditions. The unit is part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with daily patient care including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders, and ambulation using therapeutic assistive devices as indicated
• Perform proper positioning, range of motion exercises, and special transferring techniques
• Measure and document vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration), blood pressure, intake and output, daily weights, and other patient data as requested
• Document all observations accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Perform purposeful rounding under RN direction and promptly communicate patient observations, concerns, and needs to the RN
• Participate in admission, transfer, and discharge processes including room setup, patient orientation, linen management, and proper handling of patient belongings
• Ensure call lights are within patient reach and answer them promptly
• Collect urine, stool, and sputum specimens and perform point-of-care testing using approved processes with accurate specimen labeling and identification
• Complete various errands including pickup and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports
• Maintain and order stock for the nursing area and clean equipment and work areas
• Perform patient positioning and transporting duties requiring proper lifting, pushing, and pulling techniques with use of assistive devices
• Support patient nutritional needs under RN direction including diet review, tray setup and removal, proper positioning, and diet selection
• Maintain patient skin integrity through proper repositioning and skin care
• Ensure special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices
• Under RN direction and as determined by site requirements, may remove IVs, provide post-mortem care, and perform bladder scans
• Practice infection prevention policies and procedures including hand hygiene, sterile and aseptic techniques, proper disposal of contaminated materials, and appropriate attire for isolation patients
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the age of patients served and apply principles of growth and development across the lifespan

Schedule

• Full-time position, 36 hours per week
• 1500-0300 (3:00 PM to 3:00 AM), three shifts per week
• 12-hour shifts
• Every third weekend
• Every other holiday

Compensation

• Pay range: $20.80 - $31.20 per hour
• Base compensation determined by qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and training
• Premium pay available for shift differentials and other applicable circumstances
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Required Qualifications

• Nurse Aide certification in good standing with the State Registry in which you practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) must be obtained within 45 days of hire
• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED)
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during work shifts
• 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
• Push or pull with 30 lbs. of force
• Perform sliding transfers of 150 lbs. with a second person present
• Use foot pedals on carts or machines
• Functional vision and hearing required
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; protective clothing required as necessary
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job

Education and Certifications

• Annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications (such as DNV, CARF, or others) must be maintained

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for benefits programs may depend on your FTE or employment status. Please ask a recruiter for more information during your interview.