Nursing Assistant (non-certified)

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. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 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. At Gundersen Health System, we believe patients & residents of all ages deserve the best care and we strive to make a difference in their lives. Do you believe you have what it takes to be a part of that difference? Join our Long Term Care team in Wabasha, MN. What you will get: Base pay of $18.00 / hour ~ increases to $19.00 / hour once certification is obtained. Department that supports you as you do your best work. Work/Life balance to love what you do and where you live. What's Available: Casual position. Available to regularly work scheduled hours; must be available for off-shift and weekend coverage. What you will do: Assists with basic care for residents in the areas of nutrition, elimination, comfort, mobility and safety. Works collaboratively with the health care team members to effectively communicate and document accurate information. Join a team that cares for each other as much as our organization cares for the patients and residents receiving care at St. Elizabeth’s What you need: High School Diploma or equivalent, desired Minnesota Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or able to complete a training program approved by the registry within 4 months of hire. Job Description: The Nursing Assistant (non-certified) is responsible for learning to perform 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: 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. 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. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients. Ensures patient safety. 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 Minnesota Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or able to complete a training program approved by the registry within 4 months of hire. 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 4 months of hire. Age Specific Population Served: Infant (less than 1 year) Pediatric (1 - 12 years) Adolescent (13 - 17 years) Adult (18 - 64 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 (67-100% 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 150-200 If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below: Primary Recruiter: Brenda Creighton Recruiter Email Address: blcreigh@gundersenhealth.org We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer Around here, loving your job is part of the job. Join our mission in changing healthcare while finding a career you'll love! Gundersen Health System offers a proud, local history spanning more than 100 years. Our personalized patient care model is only the beginning of what you will experience as we foster population health transformation and innovation to serve our communities and you. We've made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee’s unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care to the communities we serve. You can be part of an exciting, highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated offering an employee-first culture, work-life balance, and career advancement & growth opportunities. This culture allows our organization to attract elite talent, like yourself! What You Can Expect: Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth Culture that encourages self-care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE MEDICINE and it’s more than our practice. It is who we are. Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 22 counties. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; 6 affiliate critical access hospitals; nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees. Select Remote/Hybrid Eligible under More search to see our remote-eligible openings. A rewarding career and an excellent quality of life awaits you. Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, culture, and something we call Love Medicine at www.gundersenhealth.org/careers/life.

Salary : $18 - $19