Patient Care Tech - Rotating Shifts (Nights/Days)

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care on rotating day and night shifts. The role involves helping with admissions, vital signs, specimen collection, and basic procedures while maintaining patient safety and comfort for a diverse patient population.

Qualifications include CNA certification or enrollment in nursing education, CPR/BLS, and a high school diploma; associates/bachelors degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• CNA Certification or enrollment in nursing program with clinical rotations completed.
• CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• Minimum 90% on mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes annually.
• Unit-based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.
• High school diploma required; one year of college or nursing education or equivalent preferred.
• Previous health care experience with ability to relate to patients and staff.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Takes vital signs and records measurements.
• Performs phlebotomy, glucose checks and basic nursing tasks as directed.
• Delivers direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision.
• Maintains safe and clean environment and assists with equipment and supplies.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and unit tasks.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR/BLS Healthcare

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Nursing education (1 year college or equivalent)

Associates or Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in direct and indirect patient care on rotating day and night shifts. The role involves helping with admissions, vital signs, specimen collection, and basic procedures while maintaining patient safety and comfort for a diverse patient population.

Qualifications include CNA certification or enrollment in nursing education, CPR/BLS, and a high school diploma; associates/bachelors degree is preferred.