Compassionate Patient Care Technician | CNA-Ready

Northwesternmedicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Memorial seeks a Patient Care Technician to support direct patient care across units. You will assist with admissions, discharges, and routine nursing tasks while documenting vitals and observations.

The role requires CNA certification or active enrollment in a nursing program, with strong communication and patient-care skills essential for newborn and adult patients alike.

Qualifications

• CNA certification required or currently enrolled in nursing program.
• Active CNA certification or enrollment in Nursing School preferred.
• Strong patient-care and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist admission, transfer and discharge processes.
• Take and record vitals (temp, pulse, respirations, BP) for adults/newborns.
• Perform phlebotomy and EKG procedures.
• Provide newborn care and routine nursing duties in nursery.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety; respond to call lights promptly.
• Transport patients and equipment as needed while maintaining safety.

Skills

CNA Certification

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Education

CNA Training Program

Tools

EKG equipment

Cardiac monitor

Fetal monitor

Job description

Northwestern Memorial seeks a Patient Care Technician to support direct patient care across units. You will assist with admissions, discharges, and routine nursing tasks while documenting vitals and observations.

The role requires CNA certification or active enrollment in a nursing program, with strong communication and patient-care skills essential for newborn and adult patients alike.