Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant
Department: Med/Surg
FTE
0.6 FTE
Department Manager Title: Director of Operations and Chief Nursing Officer
Work Schedule: 4-12-hour shifts per pay period; 6-week rotation
OMC Core Behavior Standards: Create Teamwork● Lead with Honesty & Integrity● Convey Compassion● Show Respect● Pursue Quality
Osceola Medical Center is committed to implementing these behavior standards as a foundation for how we hire, develop, and retain our team members. By intentionally selecting candidates whose values and behaviors align with these standards, we ensure that our mission is lived out every day, creating an environment where patients feel valued, respected, and confident that OMC is the place for all their healthcare needs.
Job Summary
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care services under the direct supervision of the Shift Supervisor or Med/Surg RN.
Qualifications
- Nursing Assistant with current Wisconsin Certification or the ability to obtain prior to the start date.
- BLS certified.
- Prefer 1 year Med/Surg or hospital experience.
Responsibilities
include:
- Observes, collects, and documents patient information obtained while providing care and promptly report significant changes in the patient's condition to a registered nurse or physician.
- Assist patients with routine activities of daily living (ADL) such as bathing, dressing, feeding and assisting with ambulation as outlined in plan of care
- Maintains an effective clinical work environment including but not limited to cleaning the work area, changing linens, maintaining and monitoring supply levels, and transporting patients / specimens throughout hospital.
- Assist patients and their families during admission to the clinical area, orientation to the hospital/clinic/home health experience, and discharge.
- Provides care/ treatments to patients as outlined in plan of care including, but not limited to:
- Monitoring of vital signs
- Measurement of height and weight
- Specimen collection
- Catheter care
- Capillary blood glucose checks
- Range-of-motion exercises
- Drain care
- Ensures competency in all required skills and completes competency assessment annually per the documented competency checklist.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Perform essential functions of a Certified Nursing Assistant
- Effectively participate in the interdisciplinary care team
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family members, and team members
- Effectively handle stress
- Convey empathy and compassion
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Adheres to set policies and procedures
- Astute observation skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Maintain confidentiality per OMC policy
- Provide age appropriate and culturally appropriate care
- Perform additional duties on an as needed basis
Physical Requirements for the Role
- Heavy
- Lifting &
- Transferring: Ability to lift at least 50 lbs independently or with assistance, including moving patients from beds to wheelchairs, toilets, or stretchers.
- Stamina &
- Mobility: Standing and walking for 8-12 hour shifts, with frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
- Physical
- Strength: Strong upper body and back muscles to support patients, reposition them in bed, and assist with daily living activities.
- Manual
- Dexterity: High level of dexterity for tasks like taking blood pressure, changing bandages, feeding, and grooming.
- Sensory
- Abilities: Acute vision (including depth perception and close/distance vision) and hearing to monitor patient safety, detect changes in condition, and understand instructions.
Work Environment
The med/surg unit is a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with high emotional intensity where you will care for patients with diverse, complex, and rapidly changing conditions. The workload can be heavy, so we focus on creating a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented environment to ensure patient centered care. There is the potential for exposure to infectious patients, harmful physical agents, and hazardous or toxic substances.
Behavior-Based Leadership Expectations
Successful candidates will
- Treat every patient, visitor, and team member with dignity and respect
- Take ownership of their actions and follow through on commitments
- Adapt positively to change and support new initiatives
- Contribute to a culture of trust, collaboration, and accountability
- Consistently act in ways that support OMC’s mission and values
Why Join OMC?
At OMC, we don’t just hire for skills—we hire for behaviors that align with our mission. We invest in team members who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and in the communities we serve.
Osceola Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
