Patient Safety Companion EDTC 2nd shift

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin is seeking a casual Patient Safety Companion to support the Emergency Department Trauma Center in Milwaukee. The role involves 8-hour PM shifts weekly, with some weeknights and weekends, assisting with patient flow, observation, and basic care under supervision.

Ideal candidates are junior or senior nursing students who can commit to the schedule through November 2026, with attendance at a New Team Member Welcome session required on Nov 9.0

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; relevant experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety through surveillance and simple interventions for patients at safety risk.
• Promptly communicates observations and needs to the nurse.
• Performs delegated activities under RN direction and assists with hygiene, nutrition, and ambulation as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Observation skills

Patient safety

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

About Children’s Wisconsin

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country.

Position Summary

This a casual position working in the Emergency Department Trauma Center. Requires minimum of one 8 hour PM shift per week with some weeknight and weekend availability. Patient Safety Companions in the EDTC assist with patient flow as well as assignments to patient rooms for those who require observation. Must have initiative to help out wherever needed. Prefer junior or senior nursing students who won't graduate before August 2027. Must be able to commit to the schedule while in school. We are targeting start date of November 9, 2026. If you are offered this position you will be REQUIRED to attend a New Team Member Welcome session on Monday November 9th. If you have classes or clinicals on that date you'll need to make alternate arrangements with your faculty as this session is mandatory.

Essential Functions

• Maintains patient safety through continual surveillance and simple interventions for patients at safety risk related to psychological, developmental or behavioral needs. Examples of patients who may require a sitter include: patients on suicide precautions, with developmental delays, recovering from head injuries post-trauma, or patients at-risk for interruption of medical therapies/treatment due to behavioral/cognitive concerns.
• Promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of the patient to the registered nurse.
• Performs delegated activities per the direction of a registered nurse. Examples of activities may include assisting the patient with hygiene/bathing and intake/nutrition through set-up of supplies/meal trays, assistance with ambulation for elimination through ambulation assistance to the restroom, ambulation/exercise), and basic safety procedures.
• Performs basic activities for which competence is demonstrated through the Patient Safety Companion (PSC) skills checklist.

Education

• High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) required or relevant experience

Experience

• less than 1 year previous healthcare experience or a nursing student currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program. required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact courteously and tactfully with patients, parents/families and members of the health care team.
• Basic assessment and analytical skills in order to perform simple patient observations.
• Functional sight, hearing and speech. Ability to sit and stay alert for prolonged periods of time. Ability to stand &/or walk up to 50% of time.
• Knowledge of computer and keyboard.

Patient Care Responsibility

• Provides care appropriate to patient population and as described in applicable policies and procedures.

Required for All Jobs

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job.
• Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Children’s Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness.

We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.