Patient Care Tech

Ascension; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling resources

Spiritual care

Stress management resources

Job summary

Ascension in Oshkosh, WI seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care at Mercy Hospital in the Float Staffing department. This PRN daytime role runs from 6:30am to 7pm, requiring BLS and Wisconsin CNA credentials with hospital eligibility.

Carry out daily living activities, assist with transfers, and maintain accurate patient records. Join a mission-driven health system with values centered on service and care.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Certified Nursing Assistant credential in Wisconsin with eligibility to work in a hospital setting.
• Licensure/certification can substitute for education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities to elevate patient comfort and dignity.
• Safely support transfers, movement and positioning.
• Observe and report changes in physical, mental, or emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Document patient care updates for seamless continuity across shifts.
• Maintain clean, well-organized patient rooms and prepare essential medical equipment for use.

Skills

Patient care basics

Mobility assistance

Vital signs monitoring

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Oshkosh, WI
Facility: Mercy Hospital
Department: Float Staffing
Schedule: PRN days | 6:30am - 7pm

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

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

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Elevate patient comfort and dignity by assisting with daily living activities, personal hygiene, and comfortable room positioning during their care journey.
• Protect patient safety and mobility by safely supporting transfers, movement, and positioning throughout the facility.
• Act as a vital link in the care team by observing and immediately reporting changes in physical, mental, or emotional conditions to nursing staff to ensure swift interventions.
• Maintain precise health records by documenting patient care updates accurately, ensuring seamless continuity of care across shifts.
• Foster a safe, healing environment by maintaining clean, well-organized patient rooms and preparing essential medical equipment for immediate use.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s)

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Nursing Assistant credentialed from the state of Wisconsin, and in Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with eligibility to work within a hospital setting obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Additional certifications 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 federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

E-Verify statement

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