Cardiac Care Unit HCT - Vital Signs & Patient Support

Carle Health; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Health Care Technician (HCT) to support licensed nursing staff in caring for assigned patient groups in Illinois. The HCT will facilitate communication, maintain unit supplies, and assist with activities of daily living under RN supervision.

Qualifications include BLS within 30 days and a HS diploma or GED. Past CNA experience or completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program is preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Education: HS Diploma/GED (Required)
• Work Experience: CNA or HCT training and related nursing experience

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance of unit supplies and documentation.
• Collects data on assigned patients and ensures accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates competency in vital signs, glucose monitoring, and intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Prepares patients for transportation and/or transport.
• Complete vital signs, post procedure vitals; I&O collection; daily weights.
• Provide assistance with feeding and hygiene care.
• Answer call lights.

Education

HS Diploma/GED (Required)

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Health Care Technician (HCT) to support licensed nursing staff in caring for assigned patient groups in Illinois. The HCT will facilitate communication, maintain unit supplies, and assist with activities of daily living under RN supervision.

Qualifications include BLS within 30 days and a HS diploma or GED. Past CNA experience or completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program is preferred.