Patient Care Technician

Ascension; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital in Chicago, IL seeks a dedicated nurse aide for night shift in the Float Staffing department. The role involves direct patient care, assistance with daily living activities, and mobility support under supervision.

You will document health updates and help maintain a safe, clean patient environment while rotating weekends and holidays. Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, BLS within 30 days, and one of several healthcare credentials (EMT,

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire date.
• One of the following: Emergency Medical Tech, Practical/Vocational Nurse, or Nurse Aide credential.
• Note: licensure/certification can substitute education/experience where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate clinical and supportive patient care under supervision.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Observe and report health changes for rapid care adjustments.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.

Skills

BLS Provider (within 1 month)

Hospital patient care experience

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital
• Department: Float Staffing
• Schedule: Night shift | Full-time| 3 x 12's | Rotating weekends and holidays.

Location: Chicago, IL

• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital
• Department: Float Staffing
• Schedule: Night shift | Full-time| 3 x 12's | Rotating weekends and holidays.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver compassionate clinical and supportive patient care under supervision to enhance comfort, dignity and overall well-being.
• Assist patients with daily living activities, positioning and mobility to encourage healing and maintain personal safety.
• Observe and report key updates in physical, mental or emotional health to ensure rapid care adjustments and precise documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized environment across patient rooms and medical equipment to support optimal clinical outcomes.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following:
  • Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the Illinois Board Of Division of Emergency Medical Services and Highway Safety obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Intermediate or Advanced is also acceptable.
  • Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Nurse Aide credentialed from the Illinois Department of Public Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. A nursing student who has completed one semester of medical surgical nursing is also acceptable.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable

Additional Preferences

• 1 year of hospital experience within an hospital setting is a must.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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