Nursing Assistant, Inpatient Operating Room, Nights UW Health dental insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, Wisconsin, Madison 600 Highland Avenue (Show on map) Sep 28, 2026

Work Schedule:

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week. Monday-Friday working four 10-hour shifts 8:30pm-7:00am. No call or weekends. Will rotate holidays 1-2 per year. Hours may vary based on operational needs of department.

Pay:

UW Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay.

Additional Components of pay include:

Night Differential You may be eligible for a $3000 sign on bonus. Be a part of the

REMARKABLE

team where we consistently earn top honors for patient care and continually look for new and innovative ways to provide patient and family-centered care. We are seeking a Nursing Assistant (CNA, NA) to: Be knowledgeable and assist with room/equipment preparation prior to surgeries.

Coordinate preventative equipment maintenance in accordance with safety standards.

Arrange specimen transport and testing for the Inpatient Operating Room.

Assist with patient positioning, patient transport, intentional rounding, stocking, and ordering equipment.

Help maintain high patient care standards in a surgical services setting. At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.

Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

Graduate of State of Wisconsin Approved Nursing Assistant program Required

High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred

Work Experience

1 year recent experience as a Nursing Assistant Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid Registry Upon Hire Required

BLS/CPR certification within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Description

UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.