Compassionate Patient Care Tech - Nurse Support

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care across our units. You will assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and monitoring vital signs, while delivering safe, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include collecting specimens, performing capillary glucose checks, assisting with newborn care, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or nursing student status with clinical rotations.
• CPR (AHA BLS) required.
• 90% on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes.
• Unit-based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.
• High school diploma required; 1 year college or nursing education or equivalent preferred.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges and vital signs.
• Administer basic care activities and monitor patient status.
• Collect specimens and assist with newborn care as needed.
• Maintain safe, clean environment and assist with supplies.
• Respond to patient call lights and emergency situations.
• Support RN and unit staff to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR (AHA BLS)

Health & Safety Training

Education

High school diploma

1 year college or nursing education or equivalent

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care across our units. You will assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and monitoring vital signs, while delivering safe, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include collecting specimens, performing capillary glucose checks, assisting with newborn care, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.