Compassionate Patient Care Tech - Benefits

Northwestern Medicine; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support nursing staff by performing basic care tasks and monitoring patients under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, vital signs, and documentation while maintaining a clean, safe patient environment.

You will coordinate with nursing teams, help manage unit workflow, and communicate patient needs promptly. This role emphasizes safety, compassion, and reliable teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA/CMA/EMT or nursing student with one semester completed.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and recording intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental or emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Keeps patient rooms clean and orderly.
• Demonstrates flexibility and multi-tasking under stressful situations.
• Prioritizes unit work and communicates needs to nurses and staff.
• Acts as liaison between patient care units and other patient-related departments.
• Answers phones, intercom, and call lights with courteous communication to staff, family, and patients.
• Manages unit workflow with charge RN or assistant manager as needed.
• Performs pre-census and validates admission/discharge lists as needed.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

ADL assistance

Communication skills

Crisis management

Record keeping

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA / CMA / EMT or nursing student with one semester completed

BLS certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support nursing staff by performing basic care tasks and monitoring patients under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, vital signs, and documentation while maintaining a clean, safe patient environment.

You will coordinate with nursing teams, help manage unit workflow, and communicate patient needs promptly. This role emphasizes safety, compassion, and reliable teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting.