Patient Care Tech ED

Ascension Health; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Ascension Health in Kokomo, IN is seeking an Emergency Department Patient Care Assistant on a rotating schedule (PRN). You will assist patients with daily needs, position and transport them, monitor condition changes, and help keep the care environment clean and ready for rapid response.

Requires BLS within 1 month of hire; Nurse Aide is preferred. Education: high school equivalency or 1 year of relevant experience, with licensure/certification usable in lieu of education or experience where

Qualifications

• Requires BLS Provider within 30 days of hire; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Preferred Credential: Nurse Aide.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience; required licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate bedside care by assisting patients with daily personal care, ensuring comfort and dignity during emergency visits.
• Safely position and transport patients throughout the Emergency Department to facilitate timely tests and care transitions.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff with clear, accurate care records.
• Maintain a clean, organized care environment by sanitizing rooms and stocking vital medical equipment for rapid response.

Skills

BLS Provider

Nurse Aide

Education

High School Diploma Equivalency or 1 year experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Kokomo, IN

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo

• Department: Emergency

• Schedule: Rotating Schedule | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver compassionate bedside care by assisting patients with daily personal care, ensuring comfort and dignity during emergency visits.

• Safely position and transport patients throughout the Emergency Department to facilitate timely tests and care transitions.

• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff while maintaining clear, accurate care records.

• Maintain a clean, organized care environment by sanitizing rooms and stocking vital medical equipment for rapid response.

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.

• Preferred Credential(s):

• Nurse Aide.

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.

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

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 99,000+ 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.

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 17.00

Max Salary 21.00