Part-Time Patient Care Technician — Day Shift

Northwesternmedicine; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a part-time Patient Care Tech to support RN staff with basic nursing care, vital signs monitoring, and ADLs assistance. The role requires BLS certification or active nursing student status, with a focus on safety and patient comfort.

The position emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to changing unit needs while maintaining a clean and organized environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and glucose measurements.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Reports abnormal findings to nursing staff promptly.
• Maintains clean and orderly patient rooms.
• Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and ability to multi-task under pressure.
• Prioritizes unit work and communicates with care teams as needs change.
• Acts as liaison between patient care units and other departments.
• Answers call lights and pages courteously and relays information appropriately.
• Manages unit workflow with charge RN or manager as needed.
• Verifies daily census, admissions, and discharges as required.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Glucose monitoring

ADLs assistance

Interpersonal communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a part-time Patient Care Tech to support RN staff with basic nursing care, vital signs monitoring, and ADLs assistance. The role requires BLS certification or active nursing student status, with a focus on safety and patient comfort.

The position emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to changing unit needs while maintaining a clean and organized environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.