Patient Care Assistant – Telemetry/Stepdown (Day Shift)

Holy Family Medical Center; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Family Medical Center - LTACH in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Telemetry/Stepdown unit. You will assist patients with activities of daily living and provide basic nursing care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge.

This full-time day shift role includes rotating weekends and holidays. Current BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire, with preferred phlebotomy and EKG certifications; a CNA certification and high school diploma are

Qualifications

• Current phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.
• BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS within 30 days

Medical Terminology

Education

CNA certification

High School Diploma

Job description

Holy Family Medical Center - LTACH in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Telemetry/Stepdown unit. You will assist patients with activities of daily living and provide basic nursing care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge.

This full-time day shift role includes rotating weekends and holidays. Current BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire, with preferred phlebotomy and EKG certifications; a CNA certification and high school diploma are