Patient Care Technician

Edward Elmhurst Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium pay

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health in Evanston Hospital is seeking a part-time Patient Care Technician to assist on the Postpartum unit. You will work under the supervision of a RN to deliver patient care, take vital signs, and support with basic tasks and discharge prep.

The role requires CNA training or nursing clinical rotation and current BLS certification. Evening/night shifts with weekend rotation are included.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited CNA training course preferred.
• One nursing clinical rotation in medical or surgical nursing preferred.
• Current BLS certification endorsed by American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in delivering patient care on the Postpartum unit.
• Take Vital Signs, e.g., BP and glucose, and support patient comfort.
• Support discharge prep and basic treatments under RN supervision.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

CNA training certificate

Nursing clinical rotation (medical/surgical)

Tools

12-Lead EKG

Bladder ultrasound

Foley catheter removal

IV adapters and safe care equipment

Job description

## Patient Care TechnicianApplylocations: EVH Evanston Hospitaltime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R45752**Hourly Pay Range:**$18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:*** Position: Patient Care Technician* Location: Evanston, IL* Part time: 16 hours per week (non-benefits eligible)* Hours: 1500-2330 and 2300-0730, will include weekend rotation* Float: Will float to all units throughout Evanston Hospital if needed**What you will do:*** Work under the supervision of a RN to deliver patient care on the Postpartum unit* Assist with Vital Signs (includes manual blood pressure), 12-Lead EKG, Bladder Ultrasound, Foley catheter and IV adapter removal, sterile specimen collection, bathing, beds, ambulating, turning, hourly rounding, blood glucose, feeding, admitting patients to room, preparing patients for discharge and any other duties delegated by the Registered Nurse* Assist with the implementation of a patient specific care plan* Participate in other activities which are essential to the functioning of the patient care unit* Positively contributing to safety outcomes and promoting high quality patient experience**What you will need:**Education: Completion of an accredited certified nursing assistant (CNA) training course preferred or Completion of at least one nursing clinical rotation in medical or surgical nursing preferredCertification: Current BLS certification for the Healthcare Provider issued by American Heart Association If BLS certification is not current or does not have certification, required to be obtained within the employee’s introductory period (within 90 days of hire date)Experience: Inpatient PCT or maternal child health experience preferredUnique or Preferred Skills: Inpatient PCT or maternal child health experience preferred**Benefits (For full time or part time positions):*** Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for annual increases based on performance* Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development* Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options* Tuition Reimbursement* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay* Community Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.