Patient Safety Companion float nights

Children's Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin in Milwaukee is seeking a nursing student or high school graduate to join our Clinical Resource Unit as a sitter, providing close supervision and safety for at-risk patients during night shifts (11pm–7:30am) on a casual, on-call basis. Under the direction of a registered nurse, you will monitor patients, assist with hygiene and mobility, and promptly communicate observations.

Weekend availability and year-round scheduling are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED/HSED required or relevant experience.
• Less than 1 year healthcare experience or nursing student required.
• Excellent communication and observation skills.
• Ability to sit, stand, and assist during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient safety through continual surveillance and simple interventions.
• Promptly communicate observations to the registered nurse.
• Assist with hygiene, meals, ambulation, and basic safety procedures.
• Perform tasks per PSC skills checklist.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Active listening

Observation & safety

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED/HSED

Job description

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. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day,

This is a casual position in our Clinical Resource Unit (CRU) requiring assignments throughout the hospital sitting for patients who are at risk. Requires a minimum of six 8 hour night shifts (11pm-7:30a) per 6 week schedule as most needs are on night shifts.

Once meeting that requirement, other shifts, hours may be available.

Must have some weeknight and weekend availability. no holiday rotation.

Must be able to commit to this schedule requirement year round while in school.

Self scheduling makes this very flexible for students and a great way to get experience in our hospital.

Prefer junior and senior nursing students- Seniors who don’t graduate before May 2027.

We have a high rate of promotion to RN from this role

Planning for start date of October 12, 2026 which will REQUIRE attendance at New Employee Welcome on first day from 8a-3p and one other day that week for unit training so need to keep schedule open that week.

If you have school conflicts on Mondays, please connect with your faculty for accommodations before applying.

Job Summary

Under the direction of a nurse, this role provides supervision for assigned patients. The main responsibility is to help keep patients safe by watching them closely and using simple safety actions. Basic tasks are performed as listed within the Patient Safety Companion Competency checklist.

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. Simple interventions may include distraction, therapeutic play, prevention of pulling at tubes/dressings, re-direction and re-orientation.
• 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.