Patient Care Tech ED

Ascension; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Emergency Department in Mequon, Wisconsin. The role provides essential direct patient care, assists with daily living activities, and supports a fast-paced team in delivering compassionate care.

You will document vital signs, monitor patient status, and communicate changes to the nursing staff promptly. The position requires BLS within 30 days and Nurse Aide registration; eligibility to work in a hospital is required.

Qualifications

• BLS certification obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry prior to hire.
• Eligibility to work in a hospital setting in Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Document vital signs, input/output, and interventions.
• Report changes to nursing staff promptly to ensure timely intervention.
• Assist with patient movement and transport for exams.
• Maintain a safe, clean patient environment and stock supplies.

Skills

BLS Provider

Nurse Aide credentialed

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable experience

Job description

• 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.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Mequon, WI
• Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee
• Department: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Night Shift | Full-time

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.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

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: pro-rated 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

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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