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CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Acute Care for the Elderly Unit - West Allis

Advocate Health · West Allis, WI · $20.80–$31.20 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This unit is Acute Care for the Elderly. What do you think is different about caring for older adults in the hospital?

What they are checking: Whether they understand risks like falls, confusion and loss of strength that this unit focuses on.

Tell me about a time you cared for a patient with dementia.

What they are checking: Whether they use patience, calm talk and redirection with confused patients.

How do you treat family members who want to be very involved in care?

What they are checking: Whether they welcome family as partners while keeping the care plan on track.

What would you do

An older patient who was alert yesterday is confused and agitated today. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize possible delirium as a medical change and report it to the RN right away.

A patient refuses to bathe and gets upset. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they respect dignity and choices while finding another way to provide care.

This is 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. with every other weekend. How do you pace yourself over a 12-hour shift?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep up quality and safety on long shifts.

About the work

How do you help an older patient stay mobile during a hospital stay?

What they are checking: Whether they know getting patients up and walking prevents decline, a core goal of an ACE unit.

How do you help a patient eat when they're weak or have trouble swallowing?

What they are checking: Whether they follow diet orders and aspiration precautions carefully.

What steps do you take to prevent falls?

What they are checking: Whether they use bed alarms, call lights, footwear and rounding to keep patients safe.

How do you check and protect an older patient's skin?

What they are checking: Whether they turn, check pressure points and report redness early to prevent bedsores.

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 34412 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Med Surg: IU 5 South Medical Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 1st shift position (7:00 am - 7:30 pm). Every other weekend and rotating weekend requirement. Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20 Provides basic, quality patient focused care in clinical setting under daily direction and supervision of Registered Nurse (RN) in accordance with the standards of practice within guidelines of corresponding state regulations. Performs delegated tasks in patient care setting that supports environment of patient care and assures patients and family are treated in a holistic manner with dignity and respect. • Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated. • Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested. Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR). • Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN. Documents appropriately. • Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings. Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly. • Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification. Maintains competency as required. • Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports. Maintains and orders stock for nursing area. Cleans equipment and work areas. • Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices. Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up/removal, proper positioning and diet selection. • Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care. Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices. • Under the direction of RN and as determined by site/unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, perform phlebotomy, ECGs, bladder scans and other skills as allowed under state regulations. • Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation. Scheduled Hours 1shift position Licenses & Certifications Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices., and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days. Degrees High School Graduate, or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED). Required Functional Experience No experience required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Basic computer skills. Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities. Certification Addendum Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others). Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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