Compassionate CNA: Patient Care & Vital Signs

Advocate Health; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to assist the RN with daily patient care including bathing, ambulation, feeding, and positioning, while documenting in the EMR. This role emphasizes safety, empathy, and dependable teamwork across shifts.

The ideal candidate will have a GED/HSED or high school diploma, BLS certification and Nurse Aide credentials, plus strong communication and organizational skills to support patient comfort and hospital operations.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills for EMR documentation.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to set priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assists RN with daily patient care including bathing, feeding, mobility and positioning.
• Measures and documents vital signs and collects basic data in EMR.
• Performs rounds and communicates observations to RN; participates in admissions and discharges.
• Collects specimens and supports routine nursing duties; maintains equipment and stock.
• Maintains infection prevention practices and age-appropriate patient care.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Education

GED/HSED

High School Diploma

Job description

Advocate Health in Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to assist the RN with daily patient care including bathing, ambulation, feeding, and positioning, while documenting in the EMR. This role emphasizes safety, empathy, and dependable teamwork across shifts.

The ideal candidate will have a GED/HSED or high school diploma, BLS certification and Nurse Aide credentials, plus strong communication and organizational skills to support patient comfort and hospital operations.