Compassionate Patient Care Tech & CNA: EKG, Rounds, Safety

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); In loco; USD 36.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support clinical staff and patients. You will assist with specimen collection, EKGs, catheter care, bladder scans, and point-of-care testing, while providing daily patient care tasks and ensuring safety according to the plan of care.

This role requires a high school diploma, completion of an accredited CNA program, current BLS certification, and the ability to work under supervision of RN/physician.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited CNA program and listed on the Illinois CNA Registry or nursing student with one clinical rotation completed (documentation required).
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Mansioni

• Performs clinical/patient care tasks under the direction of an RN or physician.
• Collects, labels and transports specimens as assigned.
• Obtains 12-lead EKGs and discontinues saline locks and indwelling urinary catheters.
• Discontinues telemetry monitoring packs and performs bladder scans.
• Performs point-of-care testing when appropriate.
• Assists patients with personal hygiene and nutrition according to the plan of care.
• Conducts hourly patient rounds in collaboration with the RN.
• Documents patient care data as directed by the RN and plan of care.
• Assists with ambulation and positioning; supports safety of patient, family, and staff.
• Responds promptly to patient call lights and requests for assistance.
• Supports a safe clinical environment and assists with post mortem care as needed.
• In collaboration with leadership, identifies learning needs and participates in required training and performance improvement activities.

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA program completion

BLS (American Heart Association)

Descrizione del lavoro

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support clinical staff and patients. You will assist with specimen collection, EKGs, catheter care, bladder scans, and point-of-care testing, while providing daily patient care tasks and ensuring safety according to the plan of care.

This role requires a high school diploma, completion of an accredited CNA program, current BLS certification, and the ability to work under supervision of RN/physician.