Compassionate Patient Care Technician | CNA-Certified

Shirley-Ryan-Ability-La; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay Range: $17.05 - $27.45 per hour

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide basic daily patient care, assist with hygiene and activities of daily living, and support nursing staff. You’ll perform routine measurements, document data, and assist in safe patient transfers in a dynamic hospital environment.

The role requires a CNA certification or current enrollment in a nursing program, a high school diploma, and successful completion of orientation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA Certification or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program required.
• Successful completion of the Patient Care Technician orientation.
• Demonstrates growth and development competencies for pediatric to geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs hygiene care, ingestion of food and fluids, and daily living activities.
• Collects routine data (vital signs, intake/output) and reports to RN.
• Assists in transferring patients and positioning within safety guidelines.
• Documents care procedures and monitors supplies at the bedside.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Customer service

Safety awareness

Nonverbal communication

Education

CNA Certification

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide basic daily patient care, assist with hygiene and activities of daily living, and support nursing staff. You’ll perform routine measurements, document data, and assist in safe patient transfers in a dynamic hospital environment.

The role requires a CNA certification or current enrollment in a nursing program, a high school diploma, and successful completion of orientation.