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Advocate Aurora Health
CNA Training Program - Oconomowoc, WI - October 2026
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$39,435 / year median in Wisconsin
-9% projected decline
Job Description
CNA Training Program:
Please read all the information carefully before applying to the training program. Aurora- Summit Medical Center located in Oconomowoc is looking to fill a class with 8 students that would transition into employment as a CNA at our Summit Medical Center.
PERFECT ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED
(including being on time for every class.)Compensation:
You will be paid $19.80/hr during class and clinicals. Once you pass your CNA exam and transition into the CNA role, you will receive an increase in pay to $20.80/hr.Benefits:
You will become benefit eligible once you are placed into a CNA position. Once the CNA training class is completed, you will be assigned position as a CNA at our Summit Medical Center in Oconomowoc, WI . You will want to ensure that Summit Medical Center is a long term fit as we will not make exceptions to our transfer guidelines to other sites. Major Responsibilities Adheres to syllabus rules, attends all 88 hours of training, completes all classroom assignments and passes final exam with at least a 75%. Upholds Aurora's vision, mission, and policies and procedures. 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 TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested. Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) with instructor support. Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN. Documents appropriately with instructors support. Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification. Maintains competency as required. 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 and assistance in eating. 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 observe data reflective of the patient's status and report 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. License/Registration/Certification None required. Education High School Diploma or equivalent. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Basic math skills. Ability to pass a math assessment. Basic computer skills. Excellent oral and written skills. Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities. 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.
Must be able to:
- push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs.