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Nursing Assistant

UW Health·Madison, Wisconsin

$20 - $27/hr·Full Time·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 23 hours ago
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About the role

Provide direct physical care and basic nursing procedures to patients across various units including ICU and Pediatrics. Assist patients with activities of daily living, mobility, and establish trusting relationships with families and visitors.

Work Schedule

  • Part Time –
  • Full
  • Time: 24-40 hours per week, Includes weekends and a Holiday assignment.
  • Shift
  • Options:
  • Day/Evening: 7:00am-3:30pm, 7:00am-7:30pm, and 3:00pm-11:30pm
  • Evening/Night: 3:00pm-11:30pm, 7:00pm-7:30am, 11:00pm-7:30am
  • Day/Night: 7:00am-7:30pm, 7:00am-3p and 7:00pm-7:30am, 11p-7:30am
  • Night: 7:00pm-7:30am, 11:00 pm-7:30am

Pay

  • External hires may be eligible for up to a $3000 sign on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE)
  • Additional components of compensation may include:
  • Shift differentials: $3/hour evening, $4/hour night and $3.25/hour weekend differential as applicable for hours worked
  • Overtime

Be part of something remarkable

Be a part of the REMARKABLE team where we consistently earn top honors for patient care and continually look for new and innovative ways to provide patient and family-centered care.

We are seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA, NA) to

Be a supportive partner with Registered Nurses on General Care, Intermediate Care, ICU/Critical Care, and Pediatrics units.

Provide direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. NAs will assist with activities of daily living, repositioning, transfers, patient mobility, and intentional rounding.

Interact and engage with visitors, patients, and their family members to establish a trusting relationship to provide high quality care.

At UW Health, you will have

An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans. Full time benefits for part time work!

Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of State of Wisconsin approved Nurse Aid Training Program Required

Work Experience

• 1 year of recent experience as a Nursing Assistant Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

  • Listed on the State of Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry Upon Hire Required
  • BLS/CPR certification within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital [http://www.uwhealth.org/locations/Location.action?locationdetail=&_sourcePage=/index.jsp&locationId=170] in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital [https://www.uwhealth.org/news/university-of-wisconsin-hospitals-ranked-no-1-wisconsin] and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Children’s Hospital [http://www.uwhealthkids.org/] in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center [http://www.uwhealthkids.org/news-and-events/re-verified-level-i-pediatric-trauma-center/48763] and Level IV NICU [http://www.uwhealthkids.org/neonatology-nicu/neonatal-intensive-care-unit-nicu/43311], which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

Job Description

[https://uwhealth.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?id=4318&entityid=3&p=UWH] UW Hospital and Clinics benefits [https://www.uwhealth.org/files/uwhealth/careers-assets/benefits/HR-110695-17-Benefits-Flier-for-UWHC-Employees.pdf]

Requirements

Must be a graduate of a State of Wisconsin approved Nurse Aid Training Program and be listed on the state registry. BLS/CPR certification is required within 3 months of hire, and one year of recent experience is preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • Activities of daily living
  • Patient engagement
  • Patient mobility
  • Patient transfers
  • Basic nursing procedures
  • Patient repositioning
  • Intentional rounding
  • Direct physical care

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Sign on bonus

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time, Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $27/hr
Location
Madison, Wisconsin
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

UW Health

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Salary listed on 447 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Support-services roles in Wisconsin are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other care settings, especially for candidates with current CNA and BLS credentials. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for dependable availability, strong teamwork, and readiness to work in fast-paced environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm your certification status and compare workplace supports like mental health resources, daycare, health coaches, relaxation rooms, and health-focused apps against the original posting.

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