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Nursing Assistant CNA - Part-time - 3rd Shift

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

Posted Sep 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you noticed something wrong with a patient and told the nurse.

What they are checking: Whether they watch closely and speak up about changes.

Tell me about a time a patient or family member was unhappy with care. How did you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they listen and respond with patience.

How do you stay alert and careful on a 12-hour night shift?

What they are checking: Whether they manage fatigue so they do not make mistakes.

What would you do

You are on nights and two call lights go on at the same time. How do you decide which to answer first?

What they are checking: Whether they can judge which need is more urgent and get help if needed.

A patient is confused at night and keeps trying to get out of bed. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they keep the patient safe and tell the nurse right away.

What would you do if a nurse asked you to do something you were not trained for?

What they are checking: Whether they know their limits and speak up politely.

About the work

How do you safely move a patient from the bed to a chair?

What they are checking: Whether they use proper technique and equipment to prevent falls and injuries.

How do you help a patient with bathing while respecting their dignity?

What they are checking: Whether they protect privacy and involve the patient in their care.

How do you take and record vital signs accurately?

What they are checking: Whether they know the correct technique and report abnormal results.

How do you collect a specimen and get it to the lab correctly?

What they are checking: Whether they label specimens properly to avoid mix-ups.

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information: • PART-TIME, NOC SHIFT • 2 shifts per week (varying days of the week, shift starts at 7pm or 11pm) • 8 or 12-hour shifts, depending on department scheduling protocol (the manager will cover this during the unit-specific interview) • Weekend & Holiday rotation will be required • at least 20 hours per week (.5 FTE) is required Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20 Primary Responsibilities Patient Care • Assist with daily activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. • Help patients with mobility: turning, repositioning, and transferring between beds and wheelchairs. • Serve meals and assist with feeding if needed. Vital Signs Monitoring • Take and record vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate. • Report any changes in a patient’s condition to nurses or doctors. Support for Nurses and Doctors • Set up medical equipment and assist during some procedures. • Transport patients to different departments (e.g., radiology, surgery). • Restock supplies and maintain a clean, safe environment. Patient Observation • Monitor patients for signs of distress or changes in behavior. • Document care provided and communicate observations to the healthcare team. Emotional Support • Offer companionship and reassurance to patients. • Communicate with patients’ families and help them understand care routines. Skills, education and Qualities we are looking for: • High School Diploma of the equivalent • CNA (WI Registry) • Compassion and patience • Strong communication skills • Attention to detail • The ability to use equipment (gait belts, transfer devices, lifts, etc) to care for patients W e have a variety of openings that may include the following inpatient units at St. Luke’s Medical Center: •  6KLM – Medical/Telemetry •  11LM – Medical/Telemetry •  12S – Oncology (Solid Tumors) •  12T – Oncology (Bone Marrow Transplant, Blood & Lymph Cancers) •  3CD – Surgical •  3EF – Surgical •  9LM – Medical/Telemetry •  2N – IRP (Inpatient Rehab Program – Physical Rehab) •  9ST – Cardiac Surgical •  10S – Cardiac •  10T – Cardiac/Medical •  11S – Ortho/Spine •  11T – Ortho/Joint •  4CD – Medical/Telemetry •  4EF – Respiratory •  4LM – Neuro/Surgical •  5LM – Medical/Surgical •  8C – Abdominal Transplant •  10LM – Neuro Medical/Telemetry •  ED – CNAs or EMTs work in the ED Tech role in this Department How might this role be different if you’ve never worked in a hospital? • Pace & Environment : Fast-paced, often high-pressure. Patients may be acutely ill or recovering from surgery. • Patient Turnover : High. Patients are admitted, treated, and discharged relatively quickly. • Duties : • Assist with post-operative care • Monitor vital signs frequently • Support nurses during procedures • Transport patients to tests or surgeries • Team Structure : CNAs work closely with a large, multidisciplinary team including RNs, doctors, and specialists. • Variety : Exposure to different departments (e.g., ER, ICU, med-surg) and more diverse experiences. 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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