Observation Unit Patient Care Tech – Day Shifts

Edward Elmhurst Health; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for shifts

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Health savings account

Retirement with company match

Paid time off

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Observation Unit at Elmhurst Main Hospital Campus. You will assist RNs with routine patient care, support patient comfort and safety, and follow established procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Required qualifications include CPR certification (American Heart Association) and six months of patient care experience or nursing clinical rotation. The role emphasizes teamwork and following directions.

Qualifications

• Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Six months of patient care experience or nursing clinical rotation, or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training course or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including teamwork, prioritization and the ability to receive and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and according to established procedures.
• Assist with patient care activities to support comfort, safety and well-being.
• Maintain patient safety and communicate patient needs to the care team.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to support individualized care plans.

Skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Following directions

Education

CPR Certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Edward Elmhurst Health in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Observation Unit at Elmhurst Main Hospital Campus. You will assist RNs with routine patient care, support patient comfort and safety, and follow established procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Required qualifications include CPR certification (American Heart Association) and six months of patient care experience or nursing clinical rotation. The role emphasizes teamwork and following directions.