Patient Care Technician MedSurg Oncology

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Nurse Aide for the Night Shift at Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital in Milwaukee, WI. You will assist patients with daily living, aid with entry and exit, and support the nursing team with documentation in a MedSurg setting.

Candidates must hold a BLS certification and Wisconsin Nurse Aide credential, with a high school diploma or one year of related experience. The role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within Ascension.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire date.
• Nurse Aide credentialing from Wisconsin Registry required before hire.

Responsibilities

• Aid with entry and exit of patients.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Report changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Document necessary records.
• Keep patient rooms clean and maintain medical equipment.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team communication

ADLs assistance

Documentation

Education

BLS Provider Certification

Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry credential

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI

• Facility: Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital

• Department: MedSurg

• Schedule: Night Shift | Full-Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Aid with entry and exit of patients.

• 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.

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 17.89

Max Salary 22.11