Patient Care Tech (Float) — Vital Signs & Daily Living Help

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; DeKalb Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Tech Float at facilities in Kishwaukee Hospital and Valley West Hospital. Under RN supervision, you perform basic nursing care, monitor vitals, assist with daily living activities, and help manage unit workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent, plus CNA/CMA/EMT credentials or enrollment in nursing studies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Nursing students with one clinical rotation or CNA/CMA/EMT certifications preferred.
• CPR – Basic Life Support certification required.
• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Assistant program or Phlebotomy course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN.
• Monitors vital signs and records intake and output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Reports abnormal findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean and orderly patient rooms.
• Demonstrates flexibility and works under pressure.
• Prioritizes unit tasks and supports staff as needed.
• Acts as liaison between patient care units and related departments.
• Answers calls and communicates information to staff, family, or patient.
• Manages unit workflow with charge RN or manager as needed.
• Performs pre-census and validates admission/discharge lists.

Skills

CPR – Basic Life Support

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

One nursing clinical rotation

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Graduate of Nursing Assistant program

Graduate of Phlebotomy course

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Tech Float at facilities in Kishwaukee Hospital and Valley West Hospital. Under RN supervision, you perform basic nursing care, monitor vitals, assist with daily living activities, and help manage unit workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent, plus CNA/CMA/EMT credentials or enrollment in nursing studies.