Gundersen Health System·West Union, Iowa
Provide excellent quality care to patients within a hospital setting as part of a dynamic healthcare team. Support patient needs while adhering to the organization's mission of combining love and medicine.
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: 36
Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our highly committed and dynamic healthcare team as we provide excellent quality care to patients in our hospital setting.
Full-time, 36 hours/week.
Starting pay of $18.35/hr and up, based on your years of experience.
Generous benefit package.
High School Diploma or equivalency + completion of a Nurse Aide program that meets state and federal requirements.
Current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers preferred.
Prior CNA experience preferred
A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual base contribution
Work/Life
Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need
Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and the Career Development Center
Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!
We offer a work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated
Departmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work.
High-energy, patient-centered environment that relentlessly cares for the patients we serve.
A team-oriented department focused on teaching, which is guaranteed to expand critical thinking skills and skillset
You can work anywhere. But not everywhere practices LOVE + MEDICINE. Join our mission in changing healthcare by applying today to join our highly skilled and dedicated healthcare team!
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below:
jlelsber@emplifyhealth.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.
Requires a High School Diploma or equivalency and completion of a state and federally approved Nurse Aide program. BLS certification and prior CNA experience are preferred.
Market context
Certified Nursing Assistant roles in Iowa are typically in steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and assisted living settings. Competition often centers on active Iowa CNA licensure, prior nursing care experience, and a compassionate, respectful approach to patient care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to any relevant bedside experience.
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