Cardiovascular Care Unit Health Tech – Patient Support

Carle Health; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Health Care Technician (HCT) to support licensed nursing staff in patient care within an Illinois unit. The role focuses on personal care, hygiene, and daily living activities, while facilitating communication across departments and patients.

Required BLS within 30 days and HS diploma or GED, with CNA background or coursework and nursing clinical exposure. The HCT will participate in feeding, hygiene, vital signs, and data collection under RN supervision.

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days (AHA)
• HS Diploma/GED (Required)
• CNA-related qualifications and experience as listed (CNA certification, CNA coursework, nursing clinical experience)

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintaining unit supplies and equipment; stocks nurse servers, cleans instruments, orders supplies, and maintains charts.
• Collects data on assigned patients and ensures accurate documentation under RN direction.
• Demonstrates competency in psychomotor skills including vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and I/O measurement.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and prepares patients for transportation.
• Performs post-procedure vital signs and supports feeding and glucose monitoring as needed.
• Provides hygiene care and assistance with bathroom needs; assists with patient turns and I&O collection and daily weights.
• Responds to call lights and supports institutional needs as required.

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Health Care Technician (HCT) to support licensed nursing staff in patient care within an Illinois unit. The role focuses on personal care, hygiene, and daily living activities, while facilitating communication across departments and patients.

Required BLS within 30 days and HS diploma or GED, with CNA background or coursework and nursing clinical exposure. The HCT will participate in feeding, hygiene, vital signs, and data collection under RN supervision.