Patient Care Technician

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) employer-matched retirement

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement (Ascension Vocàe

Employee assistance program

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Nurse Aide for the Milwaukee, WI area to assist patients with daily living and personal care. The role requires reporting changes to nursing staff and documenting necessary records, while keeping patient rooms clean and the equipment maintained. The position is full-time for night shifts in Columbia St.

Mary's Hospital's Med Surg Neuro department. Required BLS within 30 days and Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry credentials, with substitutions allowed by licensure.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide credential from Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry; CNA credential with hospital eligibility.
• Other certifications may be required by location.
• Note: required licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff and document records.
• Keep patient rooms clean and orderly and maintain medical equipment.

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.

Future role at a glance

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Hospital

Department: Med Surg Neuro

Schedule: Full-time / Nights

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.

Additional Preferences

• Enrollment in a nursing program.

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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