Patient Care Tech: Direct Patient Care & CNA Support

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in delivering direct patient care across units. The role involves vital signs, basic nursing tasks, and facilitating patient safety and comfort on a busy hospital unit.

Responsibilities include assisting with admissions, transports, post-procedure care, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. CNA certification and CPR are required or in progress; a high school diploma is essential, with higher degrees preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA certification or enrolled in training preferred.
• CPR certification (AHA BLS) required or expected.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission, transfer and discharge processes.
• Take and record vital signs and document findings.
• Assist RN with direct patient care and post-procedure tasks.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment on the unit.
• Support with patient transportation and supplies as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency response

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

CPR certification (AHA BLS)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in delivering direct patient care across units. The role involves vital signs, basic nursing tasks, and facilitating patient safety and comfort on a busy hospital unit.

Responsibilities include assisting with admissions, transports, post-procedure care, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. CNA certification and CPR are required or in progress; a high school diploma is essential, with higher degrees preferred.