Night Shift Patient Care Technician - Medical-Surgical

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Job summary

Endeavor Health seeks a Patient Care Technician for the Medical Surgical Unit on the night shift in Arlington Heights, IL. The role supports nursing staff, assists patients with daily activities, and ensures safety and comfort around the clock.

Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen collection as needed, and EMR documentation. Evening orientation is required. Monday–Thursday start week; weekends required every other, with full-time 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is typically required.
• Completion of an accredited CNA program and CNA certification exam, EMT or paramedics training, or current nursing program enrollment with clinical rotations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care and comfort under supervision of RN/LPN.
• Assist with mobility and safety of patients and use proper body mechanics.
• Record vital signs, intake/output, and basic tests as directed; document in EMR.
• Support admission, discharge, transfer, and transport under supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

EMR

Communication

Education

CNA certificate

CPR certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Endeavor Health seeks a Patient Care Technician for the Medical Surgical Unit on the night shift in Arlington Heights, IL. The role supports nursing staff, assists patients with daily activities, and ensures safety and comfort around the clock.

Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen collection as needed, and EMR documentation. Evening orientation is required. Monday–Thursday start week; weekends required every other, with full-time 36 hours per week.