Part-Time Patient Care Tech – Hands-On Support & Vital Care

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care within our Chicago area units. The role involves assisting with admissions, discharges, vital signs, glucose checks, phlebotomy, and newborn care as needed, under RN supervision.

You will help maintain safety, cleanliness, and efficient unit operations. The ideal candidate holds a CNA certification (or is in a nursing program) with CPR/BLS certification and strong health

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: assist with admission, transfer, discharge, vitals, intake/output, and newborn care as applicable.
• Indirect Patient Care: maintain safe, clean environment and assist RN to facilitate patient care.
• Respond to patient call lights promptly and participate in rounds and daily care.
• Assist with pre- and post-operative care and transport of patients and equipment.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to RN promptly.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR

Health and Safety Training

Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring

Education

High school diploma

College courses / nursing education

Associates or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care within our Chicago area units. The role involves assisting with admissions, discharges, vital signs, glucose checks, phlebotomy, and newborn care as needed, under RN supervision.

You will help maintain safety, cleanliness, and efficient unit operations. The ideal candidate holds a CNA certification (or is in a nursing program) with CPR/BLS certification and strong health