Patient Care Tech ED

Ascension; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Well-being support and counseling

Job summary

Ascension's Emergency Department in Mequon, Wisconsin is seeking a PRN nursing support role to provide direct patient care, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain high-quality patient records. The position emphasizes safety, communication with the nursing team, and responsive care for patients.

The role requires BLS certification within 1 month of hire, along with Wisconsin Nurse Aide credentials or equivalent, and may require additional certifications depending on the location.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 1 month of hire
• Nurse Aide credentialed from Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry required prior to hire
• Additional certs may be required by specific job locations

Responsibilities

• Deliver essential, high-quality direct patient care, assisting with personal needs and activities of daily living to promote patient comfort, dignity, and independence.
• Document the patient care journey, accurately recording vital signs, input/output, and interventions to maintain high-quality records and support the multidisciplinary team.
• Communicate critical changes in a patient’s physical or emotional status to the nursing staff immediately to ensure timely, informed clinical intervention.
• Support patient safety and mobility by skillfully assisting with patient movement, placement, and transport for various exams and treatments.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly patient environment, ensuring supplies are stocked and all essential medical equipment is in immediate readiness.

Education

BLS Provider certification

Nurse Aide credential (Wisconsin)

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Mequon, WI

Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee

Department: Emergency Department

Schedule: PRN

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

• Deliver essential, high-quality direct patient care, assisting with personal needs and activities of daily living to promote patient comfort, dignity, and independence.
• Document the patient care journey, accurately recording vital signs, input/output, and interventions to maintain high-quality records and support the multidisciplinary team.
• Communicate critical changes in a patient’s physical or emotional status to the nursing staff immediately to ensure timely, informed clinical intervention.
• Support patient safety and mobility by skillfully assisting with patient movement, placement, and transport for various exams and treatments.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly patient environment, ensuring supplies are stocked and all essential medical equipment is in immediate readiness.

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.