Patient Care Tech: Direct Patient Care & Nurse Support

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in delivering direct and indirect patient care. You will work as part of the unit staff under RN supervision, performing a wide range of tasks to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, accuracy in vital signs, specimen collection, and assistance with various procedures in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• CNA Certification or enrolled in nursing program with basic clinical rotations.
• CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• High school diploma required; one year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Takes and records vitals and patient measurements.
• Assists with newborn care and feeds as needed, and monitors patient status.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR (BLS)

Patient care experience

Education

High school diploma

One year of college or nursing education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in delivering direct and indirect patient care. You will work as part of the unit staff under RN supervision, performing a wide range of tasks to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, accuracy in vital signs, specimen collection, and assistance with various procedures in a busy hospital setting.