Compassionate Patient Care Technician

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

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care across adult and neonatal units, following standards of care and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, performing phlebotomy and glucose checks, newborn care, mobility assistance, specimen collection, and safety documentation, all under RN supervision. A CNA or nursing student with CPR/BLS is required or preferred.

Qualifications

• CNA certification or enrollment in nursing with basic clinical rotations.
• CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• High school diploma required; one year of college/nursing education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Take and record vitals: temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure.
• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision.
• Perform phlebotomy, glucose checks, and standard specimen collection.
• Assist newborn care, feeding, bathing, and safety measures.
• Transport patients and prepare rooms for procedures.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR - BLS

Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring

Education

High school diploma

One year of college or nursing education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care across adult and neonatal units, following standards of care and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, performing phlebotomy and glucose checks, newborn care, mobility assistance, specimen collection, and safety documentation, all under RN supervision. A CNA or nursing student with CPR/BLS is required or preferred.