Neuro-ICU Patient Care Tech: Vital Signs & Support

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Patient Care Tech to perform basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN, including vital signs and glucose monitoring. You will assist with activities of daily living and help keep patient rooms clean while supporting unit operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus CNA/CMA/EMT or nursing student (one semester) clinicals, and BLS certification. It is an on-site, full-time position within the Northwestern Medicine system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA, CMA, EMT or nursing student with one semester of clinical completed required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities under RN supervision, including vitals and glucose measurements.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Reports abnormal findings to nursing staff promptly.
• Maintains clean and orderly patient rooms and supports unit workflow.

Skills

Nursing skills needed

BLS certification

Flexible under supervision

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA/CMA/EMT or nursing student (1 semester)

Nursing assistant program or Phlebotomy course (preferred)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Patient Care Tech to perform basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN, including vital signs and glucose monitoring. You will assist with activities of daily living and help keep patient rooms clean while supporting unit operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus CNA/CMA/EMT or nursing student (one semester) clinicals, and BLS certification. It is an on-site, full-time position within the Northwestern Medicine system.