Patient Care Tech: EKGs, Rounding & Safety Support

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support nursing staff and patient care across units in Illinois. The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, accurate data collection, and collaboration with the clinical team to meet individualized care plans.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited CNA program per Illinois Registry, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited CNA program and listed on the Illinois CNA Registry OR nursing student who has completed one clinical rotation; provide verification.
• BLS through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Collects, labels and transports specimens as assigned.
• Obtains 12 lead EKGs.
• Discontinues Saline Locks and Indwelling Urinary Catheters.
• Discontinues Telemetry Monitoring packs.
• Performs Bladder Scan.
• Performs Point of Care Testing as appropriate.
• Assists patients with personal hygiene and nutritional needs per plan of care.
• Performs hourly patient rounding with RN.
• Obtains and documents patient care data as directed by RN.
• Assists with ambulation and positioning per plan of care.
• Maintains a safe clinical care environment for patients, families and staff.

Skills

CNA care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA program completion

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support nursing staff and patient care across units in Illinois. The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, accurate data collection, and collaboration with the clinical team to meet individualized care plans.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited CNA program per Illinois Registry, and BLS certification.