Patient Care Technician Emergency Room

Ascension; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement (Vocare)

Job summary

Ascension in Mequon, WI seeks a part-time, day-shift Nurse Aide to deliver essential patient care and assist with daily activities in the Emergency Department. The role requires BLS certification and Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry credentials before hire, with additional locational certs possible.

You will collaborate with the nursing staff to monitor patients, document vitals, and ensure safety during movement and exams, while maintaining a clean, well-equipped environment.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification (AHA/Red Cross accepted) required within 1 month of hire.
• Nurse Aide credential from Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry required before hire.
• Additional certifications may be required by location.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Notify nursing staff of any clinical changes promptly.
• Document care and vital signs accurately for the care team.
• Assist with patient movement and transportation for exams and treatments.
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and restock supplies.

Skills

BLS

Nurse Aide

Communication

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year related 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.
• Communicate critical changes in a patient's physical or emotional status to the nursing staff immediately to ensure timely, informed clinical intervention and patient safety.
• Document the patient care journey, accurately recording vital signs and interventions to maintain high-quality records that support the multidisciplinary care team.
• 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 and essential medical equipment are in immediate readiness for use.
  

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Mequon, WI
• Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee
• Department: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Day Shift | Part-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.
• Communicate critical changes in a patient's physical or emotional status to the nursing staff immediately to ensure timely, informed clinical intervention and patient safety.
• Document the patient care journey, accurately recording vital signs and interventions to maintain high-quality records that support the multidisciplinary care team.
• 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 and essential medical equipment are in immediate readiness for use.
  

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: 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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