Certified Nursing Assistant - Dialysis

Pay or Shift Range

• Pay or shift range: $16.39 USD to $20.49 USD

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Dialysis

0.30 FTE, 24 Hours a Pay Period

Days, Hours between 6 am - 5 pm, 8‑10 hours shifts (Mondays & Thursdays)

Weekends:
Occasional

Holidays:
Every Other

The Certified Nursing Assistant for Dialysis performs a variety of duties to assist the licensed staff in the care of renal dialysis patients, maintaining quality, and cost‑effective care. Position is also responsible for clerical support in the absence of the Administrative Assistant.

• Assists in transfer of patients.
• Obtains weights and vital signs at patient check‑in, during and after treatments and as directed by the RN.
• Checks patients comfort hourly and reports to the Registered Nurse.
• Applies pressure to needle stick sites according to unit protocol if needed.
• Responds to patient requests.
• Transports patients when ancillary staff are unavailable.
• Assists patient with toileting needs as indicated.
• Strips down used dialyzers and bloodlines from machines after use per Infection Control Policy.
• Cleans dialysis machine and chair between each use.
• Assists with general department organization and cleanliness.
• Restocks department supplies and linens. Rotates supply stock and checks for expiration; utilizing the two‑bin system.
• Completes water tests according to unit protocol.
• Charts patient information in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Records accurately in the appropriate place for each patient:
  • Treatment record
  • Machine safety record
  • Daily/weekly maintenance records
  • Patient log sheet
• Delivers requisitions, messages, or other paperwork as requested.
• Labels test tubes for lab specimens obtained in Dialysis.
• Fills out charge sheets and census books.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• BLS Certification
• Must be a graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program and must remain current on the Minnesota State Registry as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• Basic Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Word, Excel, Outlook, and Patient Information Database
• Must pass Ishihara Test for Color Deficiency prior to employment

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

• Health Insurance:
  Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection:
  Short and long‑term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning:
  Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance:
  Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well‑being
• Education & Development:
  Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts:
  Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources.

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications. Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position.

Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to…