Patient Care Technician

Ascension; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, etc)

Retirement plan 403(b)

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro, TN, is seeking a Full-Time Night shift Nursing Assistant (Med Surg) to support patient mobility, personal care, and daily living activities. This role reports to the Med Surg team and requires careful documentation of patient conditions and changes.

You will assist with patient movement, maintain rooms and equipment, and ensure a clean, safe environment during night hours.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable experience required.
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with movement and placement of patients.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report changes to nursing staff and document records.
• Keep patient rooms clean and maintain medical equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Documentation

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year related experience

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford
• Department: Med Surg
• Schedule: Full-Time | Nights

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Murfreesboro, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford
• Department: Med Surg
• Schedule: Full-Time | Nights

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Documents necessary records.
• Keeps patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

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.

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

• 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.