Patient Care Tech: Vital Signs, ADLs & Unit Support

Northwesternmedicine; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career development

Job summary

The Patient Care Tech at Northwestern Medicine supports the RN-directed care in our Illinois facilities, performing basic nursing tasks, monitoring vitals, assisting with ADLs, and ensuring a clean, orderly unit. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and compassionate patient interaction in a dynamic hospital setting.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma and a credential such as CNA, CMA, EMT, or nursing student with clinical hours, plus BLS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CNA/CMA/EMT or nursing student with one clinical semester completed.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Performs basic nursing care activities as delegated by an RN.
• Monitors vital signs and records intake/output.
• Assists with activities of daily living and patient hygiene.
• Keeps patient rooms clean and orderly.
• Prioritizes tasks and demonstrates effective unit workflow.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

CNA

CMA

EMT

Tools

BLS Certification

Phlebotomy training

Job description

The Patient Care Tech at Northwestern Medicine supports the RN-directed care in our Illinois facilities, performing basic nursing tasks, monitoring vitals, assisting with ADLs, and ensuring a clean, orderly unit. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and compassionate patient interaction in a dynamic hospital setting.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma and a credential such as CNA, CMA, EMT, or nursing student with clinical hours, plus BLS.