About this role
Your future role at a glance
- Location: Oshkosh, WI
- Facility: Mercy Hospital
- Schedule: PRN/Rotating
How you’ll make an impact in this role
- Deliver Direct Patient Care: Build essential hands-on skills by assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), obtaining and monitoring vital signs, and executing clinical orders directed by your preceptor.
- Observe & Advocate: Actively monitor patient conditions, responses to care, and subtle changes in status. You'll learn to document clinical findings accurately and communicate critical observations promptly to your preceptor and care team.
- Contribute to Care Planning: Play an active role in the interprofessional team by reporting test results and patient feedback to help shape and refine individual care plans.
- Support Unit & Patient Flow: Foster a seamless healing environment by assisting with patient preparation, safe unit transport, and maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation across the unit.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
- Required Credential(s):
- One or more of the following:
- Instructor specializing in Basic Life Support obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Preferred Credential(s):
- Nurse Aide.
Education
- High school diploma/GED required. Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer.
Work Experience
- None required.
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.
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