PCT Emergency Room

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Spiritual care

Stress management resources

Job summary

Ascension's Saint Joseph's Hospital in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support the Emergency Department operations on a PRN basis. You will assist with patient movement, personal care, and daily living activities, helping the ED team deliver timely care.

You'll report changes in condition to nursing staff, keep rooms clean, and maintain equipment. Some shifts may require additional ED-specific tasks within scope.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the state of Wisconsin obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. 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.

Responsibilities

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Documents necessary records.
• Keeps patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.
• Performs emergency department specific care/duties as assigned within scope of job.

Education

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI


• Facility: Saint Joseph's Hospital


• Department: Emergency Department


• Schedule: PRN

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.


• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.


• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Documents necessary records.


• Keeps patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.


• Performs emergency department specific care/duties as assigned within scope of job.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• Nurse Aide credentialed from the state of Wisconsin obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. 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

• Retirement: 403(b) plan


• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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.