Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA PM Shifts

Position Overview

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to work PM shifts, including every other weekend and holiday. Full‑time shifts work 80 hours bi‑weekly.

• Work closely under the supervision of a licensed Nurse.
• Perform basic patient care under general supervision of an RN in the acute hospital setting.
• Transport and transfer patients safely within the medical complex.
• Assist with data collection and documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Provide basic care in nutrition, elimination, comfort, mobility, and safety.
• Assist nursing staff in lifting and ambulating patients using appropriate practice guidelines.
• Participate in CNA meetings and unit staff meetings.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to continuously improve patient care and unit operations.
• Perform other job‑related responsibilities as requested by the Director of Nursing.
• Maintain environment and equipment.
• Demonstrate dependability, organizational skills, and effective use of time.
• Adhere to Gundersen Health System Mission statement, policies and confidentiality standards.

• Registered Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Minnesota.
• Current infant‑adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands‑on learning) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects, push, pull, reach, and squat regularly.
• Competent in basic computer use and familiar with electronic medical record systems.
• Flexible and adheres to regular and predictable attendance.

If you do not have a CNA certification, we will pay for full‑funded training. Upon certification you may start as a Nursing Assistant.

• $19.57 per hour (or $18.57 per hour until certification).
• $2,500 sign‑on bonus after 6 months of employment (taxes apply).
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Opportunities for career growth via professional development, tuition investment program, career development center, and online continuing education.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

For assistance with application or questions, contact HR-Recruitment or call .