IMCU Patient Care Tech — Night Shift | Tuition Reimbursement

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech for IMCU night shifts. You will provide direct patient support under RN supervision, including specimen handling, EKG administration, catheter care, and hourly rounding to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA certification with Illinois registry listing (or nursing student rotation), and BLS certification. The department emphasizes teamwork and continuous improvement in patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited CNA program and listed on the state of Illinois CNA Registry OR nursing student who has completed one clinical rotation.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of clinical/patient care related tasks under RN or physician guidance.
• Collects, labels and transports specimens as assigned.
• Obtains 12 lead EKGs and monitors telemetry when required.
• Assists with patient hygiene, mobility, and daily living activities.
• Responds promptly to patient calls and maintains a safe care environment.
• Participates in safety checks and learning activities as directed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA program completion

BLS (American Heart Association)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech for IMCU night shifts. You will provide direct patient support under RN supervision, including specimen handling, EKG administration, catheter care, and hourly rounding to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA certification with Illinois registry listing (or nursing student rotation), and BLS certification. The department emphasizes teamwork and continuous improvement in patient care.