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Weekend Program CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)

Advocate Health · Sheboygan, WI

Posted Sep 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Walk me through what a typical shift looks like for you when you're caring for six or more patients on a MedSurg unit.

whether the candidate has real hands-on CNA experience and can organize workload, not just recite duties

Tell me about a time you noticed a change in a patient's condition before anyone else did. What did you do?

attentiveness during rounding and willingness to escalate to the RN promptly

Tell me about a time you had to reposition or transfer a patient who couldn't help much, maybe someone who needed a sliding transfer with a second person.

physical competence with lifting techniques and awareness of body mechanics and safety

Tell me about a time you worked closely with an RN who gave you direction that didn't match what you were seeing with the patient. How did you handle it?

communication skills and respect for the chain of command under an RN

Tell me about a patient or family member who was upset or difficult. How did you keep things calm?

communication and composure with patients and families under stress

Technical

What's your process for taking and documenting vital signs like TPRs, blood pressure, and I&O so the numbers are accurate and get into the EMR correctly?

basic clinical documentation competency and attention to accuracy

How would you collect and label a urine or stool specimen to make sure it's matched to the right patient?

understanding of specimen labeling protocols and patient safety

What steps do you take with hand hygiene and protective equipment when moving between patients, especially one who is in isolation?

working knowledge of infection prevention practices

Describe how you'd set up a room and orient a new admission, including what you do with the patient's belongings and the call light.

familiarity with admission workflow and attention to patient comfort and safety

What do you know about your state's Nurse Aide Registry requirements and keeping your certification current?

whether the candidate understands the licensure obligations required to hold this job

Situational

You're doing purposeful rounding and a patient tells you something that worries you, but the RN is tied up with another patient. What do you do?

judgment about when and how to escalate versus handle within scope

A patient on isolation precautions needs help with a meal tray right as you're paged for a bladder scan on another patient. How do you sort out priorities?

ability to triage tasks while respecting infection control procedures

This role requires working every weekend and holidays on a rotation, with only one weekend off per quarter. What makes that schedule workable for you right now?

realistic commitment to the demanding fixed schedule, not just interest in the pay differential

How do you adjust your approach when caring for patients of very different ages, say a younger neuro patient versus an elderly observation patient?

understanding of age-specific care principles mentioned in the job description

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Teammates participating in the Weekend Program are required to work every weekend as part of their scheduled commitment. Participants are permitted one weekend off per calendar quarter . In recognition of this commitment, Weekend Program CNA's currently receive an additional differential of $5.00 per hour for all eligible hours worked. Currently hiring for  Garden MedSurg (Neuro/Observation): • CNA/HUC - 24 hours a week, weekend program. 0700-1900 every Saturday/Sunday and Holiday rotation. • CNA - 24 hours a week, weekend program. 0245-1515 every Saturday/Sunday and Holiday rotation. Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20 Major Responsibilities: • 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, and bladder scans. • 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. • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days, and • Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices. Education Required: • Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or • High School Graduate. Experience Required: • None. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • 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). Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift. • Must be able to: • lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. • lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. • carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance. • Must be able to: • push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. • perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. • Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines. • Must have functional vision and hearing. • Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary. • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. 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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