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Patient Care Associate ICU

Ascension·Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago
Practice for this role

Patient Care Associate ICU

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 173 similar openings in the Milwaukee area · median $43,700
  • 2 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

Deliver compassionate personal care and assist patients with daily living activities in the ICU. Support clinical excellence by assisting with physician-ordered treatments and reporting changes in patient condition to the nursing team.

Your future role at a glance Location

  • Milwaukee,
  • WI
  • Facility: Ascension St.
  • Francis
  • Hospital
  • Department:
  • Intensive
  • Care
  • Unit
  • Schedule: Night Shift | Full-Time #nextgenhealthcare How you'll make an impact in this role Deliver compassionate personal care by assisting patients with daily living activities, ensuring they maintain their dignity and comfort throughout their stay. Support clinical excellence by assisting with physician-ordered treatments under RN supervision, directly contributing to the patient's recovery plan. Act as a vital clinical link by observing and reporting changes in a patient’s physical or emotional condition, ensuring the nursing team can respond proactively to evolving needs. Foster a healing environment by maintaining clean and organized patient spaces, which reduces stress for families and enhances safety protocols. What minimum qualifications you'll need
  • Licensure /
  • Certification /
  • Registration: BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. Certified Nursing Assistant credentialed from the state of Wisconsin, and in Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with eligibility to work within a hospital setting obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Work

Experience: Previous CNA experience in a hospital setting preferred.

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 97,000+ 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 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. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.

To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma and a valid Wisconsin Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential. A BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Patient Care
  • Compassionate Care
  • BLS
  • Daily Living Activities
  • CNA
  • Clinical Observation
  • Hospital Safety Protocols

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Posted
Jul 8, 2026
Closes
Jul 10, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Ascension

Answering God's call to bring health, healing and hope to all. Ascension is one of the nation’s leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to those most vulnerable. In FY2025,...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Support services roles in Wisconsin remain steady

Support-services roles in Wisconsin are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other care settings, especially for candidates with current CNA and BLS credentials. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for dependable availability, strong teamwork, and readiness to work in fast-paced environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm your certification status and compare workplace supports like mental health resources, daycare, health coaches, relaxation rooms, and health-focused apps against the original posting.

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