American Addiction Centers·West Allis, Wisconsin
Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care for orthopedic, urological, and gastrointestinal patients using the nursing process. Lead efforts to ensure a safe patient environment and deliver high-quality, patient-centered healthcare.
34413 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Med Surg: IU 3 Orthopedics
Status: Full time
Benefits: Eligible:
Hours Per Week: 36
36 hours per week, 12- hour shifts: (1900-0730)
Every third weekend rotation, 50% holiday rotation
6-week self scheduling
$38.20 - $57.30
3 South: Ortho Med/Surg
Aurora West Allis Medical Center, West Allis, Wi 53227
3 South is a 35-bed inpatient unit serving patients with orthopedic surgical, urological, gastrointestinal, and varied medical surgical interventions, treatments and diagnosis. The patient population provides a wide variety of learning opportunities and skill development. The team is highly supported by leadership that encourages staff growth and opportunities to make a difference in patients’ lives.
Count on Aurora West Allis Medical Center for care that’s both personal and exceptional. Located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort.
Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care.
We have also been regionally recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology.
Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible.
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Market context
In Wisconsin, CNA openings are often driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other patient-care settings. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with current state certification, though some will also consider applicants who have completed a 75-hour training program and are awaiting the state exam. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and availability before applying.