Night Shift Patient Care Tech — Oncology/Gyne

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago seeks a Patient Care Technician to support RN-led care in the Oncology/Gyne unit. The role emphasizes direct patient care, monitoring, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety protocols. It requires CNA certification or active nursing studies, CPR/BLS, and strong teamwork.

The part-time night shift offers exposure to diverse clinical tasks, newborn care in the nursery, and rapid response to emergencies in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• CNA Certification or currently enrolled in School of Nursing who has successfully completed basic clinical rotations.
• CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• Minimum of 90% correct on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes.
• Unit based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care Activities.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge process.
• Records temperature, pulse, respirations, weight, height and blood pressure.
• Obtains EKG and applies cardiac monitor/oximetry.
• Performs phlebotomy and capillary glucose checks.
• Transports patients and equipment during urgent situations.
• Responds to patient call lights promptly.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment on the unit.
• Reports observations to RN and documents changes.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR/BLS

Health & Safety Training

Education

High school diploma

1 year college or nursing education

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago seeks a Patient Care Technician to support RN-led care in the Oncology/Gyne unit. The role emphasizes direct patient care, monitoring, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety protocols. It requires CNA certification or active nursing studies, CPR/BLS, and strong teamwork.

The part-time night shift offers exposure to diverse clinical tasks, newborn care in the nursery, and rapid response to emergencies in a busy hospital setting.