Patient Care Technician CNA

Ascension; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension in Mequon, WI is seeking an Evening Shift, full-time Patient Care Assistant at Sacred Heart Rehab to support inpatient acute rehab patients.

You will assist with ADLs, mobility, vital signs, and documentation in the EHR, while upholding safety, infection control, and quality care under RN/LPN supervision.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire required.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry required.
• High school diploma or equivalent or 1 year of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with ADLs including hygiene, feeding, hydration, and I/O documentation.
• Help with mobility, transfers, positioning, and fall-prevention measures.
• Monitor vital signs, report changes to RN/LPN, and document in the EHR.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and proper equipment function; follow infection control and PPE policies.

Skills

BLS

Nurse Aide

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year of relevant experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Mequon, WI
• Facility: Sacred Heart Rehab
• Department: Inpatient Acute Rehab
• Schedule: Evening Shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Direct Patient Care (ADLs): Assist patients with personal hygiene (bathing, grooming, linen changes), nutritional support (feeding, water, I/O documentation), and elimination needs (toileting, dignity maintenance).
• Mobility and Safety: Safely assist with patient transfers, positioning, and ambulation using proper mechanics and assistive devices. Actively implement fall prevention strategies (bed alarms, side rails, call lights).
• Observation and Communication: Accurately monitor and record vital signs. Continuously observe and immediately report significant changes in a patient's physical or mental status to the RN/LPN (e.g., pain, confusion, breathing difficulty, skin changes). Document all care and observations accurately in the EHR.
• Environmental Care: Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly patient environment. Care for and ensure proper function of medical equipment. Strictly adhere to all infection control and PPE policies.

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.

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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