Hospital Unit Clerk

Ascension; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Ascension-paid tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a part-time role in Appleton, WI, specifically within the Behavioral Health department. This position requires working nights with two 12-hour shifts weekly. Responsibilities include aiding patients with personal care, documenting necessary records, and ensuring the cleanliness of patient rooms.

Applicants must possess a High School diploma and valid Nurse Aide certification from Wisconsin. Ascension offers a robust benefits package, including health coverage and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• Nurse Aide credential from the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry.
• High School diploma or 1 year of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Aid with entry and exit of patients.
• Assist patients with personal care.
• Report changes to nursing staff.
• Document necessary medical records.
• Maintain clean patient rooms and medical equipment.

Skills

Patient care support

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS Provider certification

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Appleton, WI

Facility: Ascension St. Elizabeth

Department: Behavioral Health

Schedule: Part‑time 0.6 FTE nights | two 12‑hour shifts per week 6:45 pm - 7:15 am | weekend and holiday rotation

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Aid with entry and exit of patients.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Document necessary records.
• Responsible for keeping patient rooms clean and orderly as well as maintaining medical equipment.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Certified Nursing Assistant credentialed from the state of Wisconsin, and in Nurse Aide Registry with eligibility to work in a hospital setting obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Additional certs may be required by specific job locations.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.