CERT NURSING ASST APPRENTICE, FWBH - MEDICAL SURGICAL

Participates with the interdisciplinary care team in the delivery of the patient's plan of care. Provides hands on patient care and will assist the RN and other team members with treatments, procedures, and reporting pertinent information to the appropriate care team member. Performs specific service and technical duties necessary to provide for the comfort, care, and safety of patients under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Assists in maintaining supplies and equipment on the nursing unit. Does not function as a Patient Safety Attendant (sitter). Cannot float to CMH Mental Health Center. Reports to the Nurse Manager/Assistant Nurse Manager of the assigned unit and the RNs on duty on each assigned shift.

High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:

Good interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, visitors and hospital personnel. Sound communication and writing skills. Math skills to perform simple arithmetic calculations. Observational and analytical skills to identify patient changes/problems to prioritize and react appropriately. Familiarity with PCs and other computerized patient care tools, or demonstrated ability to learn.

LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:

State of Wisconsin Nursing Assistant Certification is required. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.